Summary:

The primary focus of the position will be to lead the printing operation towards advanced standards of safety, quality, production, efficiency, and optimal individual contribution. Process analysis and improvement will be a major responsibility. This will include the evaluation of current processes and procedures. This position is responsible for recommending, implementing, monitoring and measuring the effectiveness of policies and procedures. Training, policy enforcement, R&D, supplier management, employee management, waste reduction, efficiency production are key areas that require improvement and would fall under the responsibility of this position.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for overall efficiency/production, quality and safety for printing department.
  
• Responsible for press operators, press assistants, leads and printing department supervision.
• Must ensure a safe working environment and that employees are compliant with all personnel, product and food safety regulations, including but not limited to adhering to safety policy, wearing protective gear, wearing safety glasses, steal toed shoes, gloves, etc.
• Must ensure safety guards are in place on all machinery, especially when the equipment is operational.
• Ensure that employees are trained and following all general hygiene and product safety procedures
• Ensure that maintenance of the equipment and work environment is performed as schedule.
• Conduct daily inspections of the equipment and work place to ensure order and cleanliness.
• Ensure procedures are being followed in preparation for production:
• Color standards are established and inks are prepared accordingly - ensure consistency of color and registration to meet the approved customer specification for the entire run of a job
• Mounting proof matches the customer approved copy and layout
• Customer approved sample is available for production comparison
• Anilox rollers/sleeves as specified are in press
• Film specified for the job is staged and identified
• Follow department procedures and policies for quality.
• Work with and communicate with suppliers for R&D, training and development.
• Perform special assignments as requested.
• Maintain neat and orderly workplace.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years in flexographic industry. Preferably wide web flexo using solvent and water inks.
• Printing on various substrates including BOPP, PET, PE, Paper, coated films etc.
• Preferably at least 3+ years in supervisory role
  
• College degree preferred. Minimum high school and equivalent work experience and demonstrated knowledge
• Must have outstanding interpersonal, leadership, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Must have the ability to communicate and train effectively plant wide through education, training and teamwork.
• Computer proficient.
• Hire, train, direct and mentor staff and all plant employees.
• Ensure the safety of all employees; lead a comprehensive safety program to prevent injuries. Comply with all federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations (EPA, OSHA, etc.).
• Ability to oversee, monitor and enforce all company policies and procedures.
• Ability to remain on budget of raw materials, waste and labor cost while ensuring quality.
• Trained in proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste and lead by example.