Press Supervisor

Job TypeFull-timeDescriptionMittera is currently seeking a 2nd Shift Press Supervisor to join our growing team! The Press Supervisor is responsible for providing leadership and direction with press operations and ensuring press teams maintain efficiency and quality standards based on customer specifications. This role will also train and develop press crews, coordinate production with prepress and postpress departments, and maintain compliance while consistently enforcing all company, safety and environmental policies and standards.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesRecruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff in the departmentOversees the daily workflow of the departmentProvides constructive and timely performance evaluationsHandles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policyEssential Duties And ResponsibilitiesObserve press operations and examine printed material to verify conformance with press run specifications to meet, and exceed, customer expectations, internal and externalAuthorize quality of product once proofs are checked for ink coverage and density, alignment, and registrationCommunicate effectively with all internal and external customers to ensure that all production requirements, schedules, quality, and final deliveries of our products are satisfactoryCoordinate staffing efforts to effectively meet all quality and production requirements without over staffingMaintain and monitor the completion of all necessary records such as daily production and throughput, plate make over requests, maintenance requests, accident reports, counseling records, press production information sheets, and roll performance records, as assignedMonitor press speeds, waste and laborCommunicate excess downtime to Scheduling departmentAssist operators in coordination of Preventative Maintenance for pressesPerform other duties as assignedRequirementsSkills and AbilitiesHigh School Diploma or equivalent3 – 5+ years of press operator experience 1 – 3+ years of previous supervisory experience preferredThorough knowledge of press operations and functionsMechanical ability preferred Must be organized and have the ability to plan, prioritize and follow through on projects with minimal supervisionMust have ability to communicate effectively with all levels in the organization and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formUnderstands basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, measurements and critical thinking, to solve practical problemsMust have the ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlinesMust have basic computer skills with ability to use Microsoft programs and production related softwareMust be self-motivated, reliable, and quality, safety orientedPhysical RequirementsRequires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling and bendingPushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbsRequires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity and coordinationRequires near visual acuityRequires working around and operating departmental equipmentMust be able to access and navigate each department in the facilityRequires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstancesWork EnvironmentThis position requires some work in an office environment and some work in a production environment. The office environment has a low noise level with ambient temperatures controlled by heating and air conditioning and PPE is not required. The production environment has a loud noise level may require hearing protection, ambient temperatures are warmer in the summer and colder in the winter, and may have exposure to vapors, chemicals, dust, and odors. Other PPE may be required related to specific tasks.BenefitsMittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. Mittera's full-service approach connects data-driven revelations, bar-raising creative, and expertly printed materials to give our customers' brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include:MedicalDentalVisionLife and AD&D PoliciesShort and Long-Term Disability401K with Company MatchPaid Time Off Paid Volunteer Time OffMittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Visit us today at mittera.com or stop by and fill out an application at Mittera location near you!