Press Manager (59884)

Job Summary:

As our Walsworth - Fulton Press Operations Manager, you will lead, guide and direct Press Operations to meet customer demand, timelines and the profitability plans of the company.

Essential Functions:

• Develop strategies to improve efficiencies across the department.
• Work with staff to reduce material waste, and rework annually.
• Continuously promote a safe work environment, and good housekeeping procedures.
• Develop standard operating procedures for Press Operations.
• Implement continuous preventative maintenance program on all equipment.
• Develop proper training for both supervisors and employees.
• Supply supervisors and employees with the essential tools needed to perform their jobs successfully.
• Develop and implement ways to improve processes and procedures.
• Coach, teach, educate and develop supervisors and give performance appraisals.
• Work with staff to implement standards for both quality and production.
• Implement a Quality Control policy in departments.
• Ensure all supervisors enforce all company policies and treat employees fairly and consistently.
• Work with vendors to ensure good quality products are used and improved on as technologies change.
• Work with Human Resources to resolve employee issues.
• Set, communicate, post and monitor annual goals giving the departments regular feedback on their progress.
• Ensure all accountabilities are in place and followed up on in each department.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects.
• Ability to remain organized and self-directed in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to interface with a variety of individuals or groups on a frequent basis.
• Ability to work with limited direction and supervision, while demonstrating good judgment and strict confidence.
• Ability to learn computer applications as necessary for the position.
• Must successfully complete any training or certification courses required to support or strengthen position.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow verbal and written instructions, work procedures and other related materials.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including strong customer service skills.
• Must communicate appropriate information accurately and clearly as needed.
• Demonstrated advanced proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Windows based databases.
• Hands on Technical experience with Off-set web presses (Goss M600 Preferred)

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance or a related field and six years’ experience in Press Operations or a related function OR
• Associate degree in Business, Finance or a related field and eight years’ experience in Press Operations or a related function OR
• High School Diploma or GED 
• Ten years’ experience in Press Operations or a related function