Print Production Supervisor

PlanetArt • Woodridge, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

PlanetArt’s vision is to be the leading seller of personalized and make-on-demand products worldwide. We provide consumers with unmatched tools and content and an unparalleled end-to-end customer experience that result in high-quality, meaningful finished products and memorable celebrations of live events. The company’s brands include the popular FreePrints and FreePrints Photobooks apps and the industry leading SimplytoImpress card and stationery site, as well as Personal Creations, CafePress and ISeeMe! Visit www.planetart.com to learn more about our brands. We have more than 500 team members across multiple offices, primarily in Calabasas CA, San Diego CA, Woodridge IL, Minneapolis, MN and Pleasanton, CA. We also have team members in two company-owned offices in China, as well as in Europe.

As a member of the PlanetArt team, reporting directly to the Director of Print Operations, you are responsible for running and maintaining the day-to-day operation of an HP Indigo 15k and post print production activities. This person will be vital to the print operations ensuring all jobs are in accordance with the printing specifications and customer requirements/expectations.

Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday 6:00 am – 2:30 pm. Mandatory 10- and 12-hour days, including weekend hours, during all peak periods. Transfer to 2nd shift may be required during peak periods.

Requirements

• High school or vocational/technical school diploma or certificate.
• 3-5 years of experience in a team lead or supervisor role.
• Background and experience in a print operation, preferably digital press print operation.
• Mechanical aptitude and skills to perform technical adjustment and maintenance of the digital press and other equipment.
• Serves as the sole point of accountability for all machine maintenance, repairs, and preventative upkeep, coordinating activities with external service vendors as required.
• Prior basic computer experience/aptitude with an understanding of the basic concept of prepress.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well in a team environment.
• Manage relationships with internal customers.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent creative thinking/problem solving ability.
• Has pristine attention to detail for quality control purposes.

Nice To Haves

• Additional courses in Print Production or Operations and other similar functional areas are beneficial but not required.
• Experience with some or all of the following equipment is desired (but not required) – HP Indigo Press, Kirk Rudy FireJet Printer, Moll Rotary Die Cutter, MCS Flowmaster or similar.

Responsibilities

• Supervising the daily activities of a team of 12 or more employees
• Running and maintaining the day-to-day activities of an HP Indigo 15k
• Prepares, aligns, and configures machinery, ink, rollers, and paper.
• Monitor the press, checking color and registration to maintain consistency.
• Inspects proof sheets to evaluate the quality of printing.
• Adjusts press machinery to meet quality standards and specifications.
• Maintains sole responsibility for the upkeep, maintenance scheduling, and repair management of all production equipment in collaboration with third-party service providers.
• Maintains inventory of supplies needed to operate printing presses.
• Performs routine maintenance on presses.
• Responsible for assisting the Print Production Director with production, quality, personnel, and departmental issues.
• Work with manager to plan production capacity and staffing levels; help schedule personnel and other resources appropriately to efficiently execute the production plan.
• Develop functional cross trained team for your department.
• Analyze workflow and recommend improvements.
• Monitor supply inventory and request replenishment when necessary and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Pet Insurance
• Mental Health Benefits
• Comprehensive Time Off Program, including Vacation, Sick Days, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays
• Employee Product Discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED