Printing Department Manager - Montoursville

Unique Industries•Montoursville, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Unique Industries is a family-owned business with over 60 years of industry experience. We offer the perks of larger corporations such as 401K, multiple healthcare plan choices, and generous paid time off, combined with a family-like atmosphere where management is involved in day-to-day operations and appreciates employee contributions through events like annual company picnics and holiday luncheons. We are seeking a Printing Department Manager for our Montoursville location to lead and manage all aspects of the printing department, ensuring efficient, high-quality production in a safe and team-focused environment.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of printing processes (Water Based Flexographic Printing , Color Separation, Computer to Print Plate Generation (CTP), and Print Plate Mounting)
Strong understanding of color management and print quality standards
Familiar with MES, ERP, MRP, & WMS systems and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Demonstrated leadership successes in hiring, developing, and motivating a diverse staff, utilizing effective principles of performance management, goal setting, and coaching consistent with the core values of the company.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey complex ideas and recommendations effectively.
Excellent organizational skills and multitasking ability, with a proven track record of managing competing priorities to meet tight deadlines.
Strong interpersonal skills rooted in emotional intelligence to foster collaborative and productive working relationships.
Five to ten years of print production experience required.
Two to five years of supervisory or management experience required.
Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment required.
Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Valid State Driver’s License required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in business, manufacturing, operations, printing technology, or a related field preferred.
Prior experience as a General Manager, Director, Plant Manager, or similar leadership position preferred.
Experience with Lean manufacturing methods and continuous improvement processes preferred.

Responsibilities

Plans, schedules, and oversees daily print production activities.
Ensures jobs are completed on time, to established quality standards, and with efficient use of labor, equipment, and materials.
Monitors workflow efficiency and adjusts priorities as needed.
Coordinates with prepress, press, and downstream finishing departments and other internal partners/customers.
Develops and executes short and long-term strategic plans to address departmental needs.
Supervises, trains, and develops print production staff.
Assigns tasks and monitors performance to meet productivity goals.
Fosters a positive, safety-focused work environment.
Conducts performance evaluations and coaching and administers corrective action according to company guidelines.
Partners with Human Resources on interviewing, selection, onboarding, training, performance management, and corrective action processes within the department.
Identifies skill gaps and development opportunities to strengthen operator capability, cross-training, backup coverage, and department bench strength.
Partners with Quality Assurance to develop, revise, maintain and enforce departmental SOPs related to print quality, process controls, product specifications, and customer requirements.
Establishes and enforces quality standards and procedures within the department to ensure product specifications and customer requirements are met.
Inspects finished products to ensure they meet specifications.
Troubleshoots print issues (color, alignment, defects).
Implements continuous improvement initiatives.
Oversees and drives quality aspects of printing, including proper printing plate mounting, sequencing of colors, design proofing, color and design matching, and related print quality requirements.
Oversees the operation, condition, cleanliness, and proper and safe use of printing equipment (e.g., Flexographic printers, CTP equipment, etc.).
Coordinates preventive maintenance and repairs with Maintenance.
Ensures optimal machine uptime and efficiency.
Evaluates and recommends new equipment and/or technology.
Manages materials (paper, ink, consumables) and inventory levels.
Controls production costs and reduces waste through effective use of labor, equipment, materials, and production resources.
Tracks key performance metrics (efficiency, spoilage/waste, downtime, and labor productivity).
Manages and maintains vendor and supplier relationships related to printing.
Ensures compliance with OSHA and company safety regulations.
Promotes safe work practices and conducts regular safety audits and inspections.
Maintains proper documentation and regulatory compliance related to departmental safety, training, production, quality, and operational requirements.
Collaborates with sales, customer service, and design teams.
Ensures customer requirements and specifications are met.
Communicates production status and resolves issues quickly.
Develops, updates, and reinforces departmental procedures and work instructions to support safe, consistent, and efficient operations.
Maintains professional and courteous relationships with all associates and business partners.
Performs other related duties as required and assigned.