Printing / Packaging Manager - Manufacturing

Print & Packaging Manager - Manufacturing📍 Hicksville, NY🏭 About Nassau CandyNassau Candy is a leading manufacturer and distributor of specialty confections, fine foods, and promotional products with a national footprint. Through divisions such as NC Custom, Chocolate Inn, AmuseMints®, and Lanco, we partner with top brands and customers to deliver high-quality, customized solutions at scale.As a family-owned business, we combine entrepreneurial agility with operational excellence—continuing to invest in our people, processes, and technology to support long-term growth.📌 Position OverviewWe are seeking a hands-on Printing & Packaging Manager to lead high-volume manufacturing / production across digital printing, packaging, and fullfilment operations.This role is responsible for driving throughput, improving efficiency, and ensuring on-time delivery across all print, bagging, and finishing functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong presence on the production floor and a track record of identifying bottlenecks, optimizing workflows, and scaling operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.⚙️ Key ResponsibilitiesProduction & Operations LeadershipOwn end-to-end print and pack operations, from production through final shipmentDrive daily output across digital, pad, edible, and direct printing platforms (including HP Indigo 6K or similar)Oversee bagging, packing, and finishing operations with a focus on throughput and accuracyAlign printing capacity with downstream packaging and fulfillment capabilities📈 Process Improvement & EfficiencyIdentify and eliminate production bottlenecks, particularly in bagging and material flowOptimize floor layouts, staging processes, and material handling strategiesDrive continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity and reduce waste📊 Data & Performance ManagementTrack KPIs including output, labor efficiency, downtime, and on-time deliveryUtilize Excel (pivot tables, reporting tools) to analyze trends and improve performanceEstablish clear accountability metrics across production teams👥 Team Leadership & DevelopmentLead, coach, and develop supervisors and production staffBuild a culture of accountability, urgency, and continuous improvementPartner with HR on staffing, training, and performance management🤝 Cross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with Operations, Planning, Customer Service, and Sales teamsEnsure alignment between production schedules and customer commitments🛠 Equipment, Safety & ComplianceOversee performance and maintenance of printing and finishing equipmentEnsure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards✅ Qualifications5+ years of experience in print production, packaging, fulfillment, or high-volume manufacturingStrong understanding of digital printing and finishing operations within a production environmentProven ability to improve throughput and operational efficiencyHands-on leadership style with a strong production floor presenceProficiency in Microsoft Excel and data-driven decision makingExperience with bagging, packing, or fulfillment operations preferredAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment🎯 What We OfferCompetitive compensation and performance-based incentivesComprehensive benefits package401(k) with company matchOpportunity to make a direct impact in a growing, family-owned organizationCollaborative, team-oriented culture focused on execution and results📢 Join Our TeamIf you are a driven operations leader who thrives on improving processes, leading teams, and delivering results—we encourage you to apply and be part of Nassau Candy’s continued growth.