Print Technology Manager

DISTRICT PHOTO INC•College Park, MD

39d•$90,000 - $115,000

About The Position

At District Photo, our employees are the heart of our company. District Photo is seeking a Print Technology Manager to support our multi-site facilities. The Print Technology Manager plays a pivotal role within District Photo serving as the primary liaison between internal teams and external suppliers, including Canon, Ricoh, and HP. This role is essential for maintaining strong, dynamic relationships with key partners, ensuring that innovative solutions are consistently identified, reviewed, and integrated into production processes. By fostering open communication channels, the Print Technology Manager enables rapid response to any production disruptions, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational continuity. As a technology leader within the Operations team, this role is responsible for ensuring stability, maximizing uptime, and optimizing productivity, focusing on output, quality, and cost-efficiency. Regular updates and strategic solutions will be provided across all key printing technologies within District Photo, driving technological advancement and operational excellence. Success in this role hinges on the ability to cultivate and grow customer relationships, proactively seeking opportunities for continuous engagement and strategic collaboration. The Print Technology Manager is a vital member of the Operations team, championing continuous improvement and working cohesively with all operational departments to achieve shared goals.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred)
5+ years of experience in digital print production or manufacturing operations
2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word; strong data analysis skills
Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Print Technology, or related field
Formal training or certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement
Experience with high-volume digital print equipment
OSHA or Safety Management training/certification

Responsibilities

Overall uptime of the presses agreed by contract (uptime, downtime and output)
Maintaining the pre-agreed throughput per hour by the workflow planning team
Monitoring and optimizing waste management processes to consistently maintain target percentage levels.
Reviewing and maintaining planned maintenance schedules
Point of contact for escalation between internal and external partners
Weekly/Monthly/annual reviews of performance using their applications
Driving statistics from the data supplied to the set standard
Maintaining quality standards of output and consumables lifespans
Supports Operations & Engineering with strategic plans
Research new and future technologies, making recommendations as appropriate
Attend daily production meetings and update on any issues which could cause a delivery date to be missed
Ensure that products meet specification and quality standards
Ensure efficient use of manpower and machinery, minimize downtime and maximize machine run rates
Make recommendations and implement for continuous improvement
Maintain a motivated work force and develop employees to reach their full potential
Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with the company's Health & Safety Policies
Work collaboratively with other Production Management Teams to ensure success across all the production lines
Provide input and advice on capex decisions
Responsible for performance management of the direct reports
Conduct 1-2-1 and return to work interviews for direct reports
Involvement in external customer visits when required and to make sure that visits run smoothly