About the Role
The Director of Manufacturing Operations will be responsible for providing oversight, guidance and leadership to the Production Management team to assure the on-time execution of daily schedules, maintain the strictest quality requirements while meeting and improving budgeted costs.
Key Activities
Manage the day-to-day operations of the Pre-Press, Sheetfed Lithography, Digital Printing, Finishing, Bindery, Assembly, Mailing, Buyout and Shipping departments.
Collaborate with Scheduling to define concise daily Production Schedules for each department that support the overall Schedule Commitments for the plant.
Participate in creating Training and Development programs and lead their implementations
Provide effective operational and support plans for your employees by providing clear objectives, tools and resources needed to succeed and continual review for feedback.
Implement Continuous Improvement through relentless focus on corrective, preventive actions using process improvements, KPI’s, TPM’s (Total Productive Manufacturing) and improved quality systems and building this philosophy throughout the organization.
Develop and manage a comprehensive Equipment Preventive Maintenance Program.
Champion and participate in all company Safety and LEAN programs.
Improve safety recordable rate through heightened awareness, safety audits and improvements in housekeeping.
Improve the customer experience by assuring product quality, reducing costs and exceeding customer expectations.
Work Closely with Project Management and Sales on job updates and scheduling.
Must participate with leadership in developing and tracking KPIs for all areas of your responsibility Special Notes:
Prepress, Press, Finishing, and Bindery have CA leadership that you can lean on to help manage teams and direction during on-boarding.
Bi-weekly meetings with the President and VP of Operations will occur for support and tracking progress.
Preferred Skills
Experience with a Print Industry ERP system – Pace is a plus.
Knowledgeable with Microsoft Suite.
Exposure to ISO certification a plus.
Education and Experience
B.S., Degree in Print Management preferred or equivalent business experience and training.
At least 10 years of progressive pertinent experience with progressive responsibility managing staff and resources.
Must have broad knowledge of the Commercial Printing, Bindery and Finishing.
About Us
Finding a great opportunity that fosters growth, a great culture, and leadership opportunities can be difficult. Top Quality Recruitment (TQR) connects professionals with leadership opportunities across the Packaging, Food and Beverage, Medical Devices, and Biotechnology industries. With 50+ years of experience, we believe in one-to-one communication and finding the best candidate/employer match possible.
TQR is an equal-opportunity employer that encourages diversity. We will consider all applications.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request.
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