Production Manager
Location: Raleigh, NC
Shift: 1ST - 7AM to 4PM, Monday - Friday, MUST BE FLEXIBLE FOR OVERTIME
Salary: $80K - $90K
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Production Manager to join our team. In this role, you will lead our production operations, support our employees, and ensure that our manufacturing processes run safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with people, solving operational challenges, and improving production performance. If you have a strong background in print manufacturing and enjoy leading teams in a hands-on environment, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities as a Production Manager
Working with the pre-production team to assist with job planning, scheduling, and production cost considerations.
Monitoring production runs and quickly identifying or resolving issues to maintain efficiency and quality.
Leading ongoing efforts to reduce waste and improve overall production performance.
Evaluating operator productivity and product quality on a regular basis.
Staying current with industry practices and machine technology to support continuous improvement.
Supporting the accuracy and reliability of the shop floor data collection system.
Securing funding for strategic equipment improvements and maintenance projects.
Ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations.
Investigating workplace injuries or safety incidents and implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
Working closely with the General Manager and Human Resources to promote a strong culture of workplace safety.
Assisting with employee training and development to meet production needs.
Supporting additional operational needs as assigned by leadership.
-This role includes direct leadership of the production team. You will:
Motivate and guide employees to achieve performance and quality goals.
Provide direct supervision for production staff.
Monitor team productivity and workflow.
Provide coaching, feedback, and performance support to help employees succeed.
Requirements for the Ideal Production Manager includes:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational and time management abilities.
Careful attention to detail and strong monitoring skills.
Proven leadership and team management experience.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Initiative and the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
-Physical Requirements
Bend, reach, crawl, twist, and lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Stand or sit for extended periods of time.
See, hear, measure, read, and follow instructions in English.
Differentiate colors and recognize alignment and positioning.
Use fine motor skills when working with sensitive machinery.
Perform repetitive upper body movements as needed.
-Education and Experience Required
At least 10 years of print production management experience
Strong knowledge of printing, bindery, and web lamination processes
Experience with roll-fed and sheet-fed printing
Familiarity with flexographic and digital printing
Experience in label manufacturing
Pre-production experience
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
If you are a dedicated production leader who enjoys building strong teams and improving manufacturing operations, we encourage you to apply and become part of our growing organization!