Press Team Lead

JAPS-OLSON COMPANY, LLC•Saint Louis Park, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Japs-Olson (JO), a trusted leader in direct mail and commercial printing for over a century, a career is seen as an opportunity to create a lasting impression. JO is an employer of choice in the Twin Cities, fostering a culture of collaboration and growth where team members are empowered to solve problems creatively. The company offers competitive benefits, career advancement, and a commitment to work-life balance in a supportive environment. The Press Team Lead oversees night shift (6pm to 6am) press operations, ensuring safe, efficient production, high-quality output, and on-time delivery. This hands-on leadership role involves coaching and developing team members, driving performance, and maintaining alignment with Japs-Olson values. The Team Lead also collaborates cross-functionally to resolve issues, minimize downtime, and support continuous improvement initiatives across the department.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in the printing industry, preferably in a press environment
3–5 years of leadership experience with direct reports, including coaching and accountability
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills in a production setting
Proven ability to lead, engage, and develop teams in a fast-paced environment
Ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks, and adapt to changing production needs
Strong communication, organization, and time management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Hands-on, self-motivated leader with a customer-focused and collaborative approach
Ability to support a 24/7 manufacturing environment, including nights and weekends as needed
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Printing (or related field) or equivalent experience

Nice To Haves

Continuous Improvement experience or familiarity with CI tools preferred

Responsibilities

Lead night shift press operations to ensure safe, efficient production, high quality, and on-time delivery
Provide hands-on leadership, coaching, and performance management to develop team members and drive engagement
Set clear expectations, prioritize work, and hold team members accountable to production goals and JO values
Monitor press performance through regular checks; troubleshoot production, equipment, and quality issues as they arise
Ensure all work meets quality standards, including color accuracy, run specifications, and required documentation
Collaborate cross-functionally with Customer Success, Warehouse, Quality, and other departments to resolve issues and minimize downtime
Manage daily staffing, scheduling, and workflow to support production demands and coverage needs
Oversee pressroom materials and supplies, coordinating with internal teams to prevent shortages and delays
Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all company policies, procedures, and trainings
Support hiring, onboarding, and ongoing development of pressroom employees
Drive continuous improvement by identifying process gaps and supporting standard work and efficiency initiatives
Communicate effectively across shifts, including shift turnover and participation in production and leadership meetings