Location US-MN-Shakopee

ID 2025-1444

Category:

Manufacturing

Position Type:

Regular Full Time (Paylocity)

Location Type:

On-Site

At Imagine we go beyond print to help our clients deliver game-changing visual communications from concept to delivery that set the standard for our industry. The first step in this process is hiring great employees! Our innovation teams are the most committed, highly experienced artisans in the business. We are committed to delivering high-quality marketing solutions, in every environment and campaign, helping our clients capture the heart, minds, and loyalty of their customers. For more than 30 years, The Imagine Group has established itself as one of the most influential and innovative visual communications companies in the industry. Join us and let's Imagine a better way together.

Responsible for first-line direction of non-exempt employees involved in print production bindery, digital finishing and die cutting operations. Monitors productivity and performance standards, plans and directs workflow and project assignments. Oversees production volume to ensure service standards are met. Conducts hiring, training, and evaluation of staff. Responsible for team’s adherence to employment policies. Works with the Converting Manager to develop policies, procedures and the business work plans for the team.

• Actively support continues improvement initiatives including implementation of 5S and LEAN techniques to improve throughput and cleanliness.
• Assist with deploying the IMAGINE Way training program within Converting.
• Lead by example by being present on the floor during shift change. Monitor production and employee crossover activities. Ensure employees are at their workstations to minimize equipment downtime.
• Audit SOP compliance while making rounds throughout the Department.
• Ensure employees are trained and evaluated on safety procedures and policies. Emphasize the importance of maintaining and operating equipment safely and keeping work areas clean. Respond to and report on injuries, investigate root cause and recommend preventative corrective action.
• Track and control department expenditures and labor costs to ensure compliance with department budgets.
• Act as the “culture carrier” for the business through active leadership, engagement, and accountability.
• Monitor output, cycle times, and quality indicators. Work with other department managers such as QA, Scheduling, planning, etc. to resolve difficult or recurring production problems.
• Regularly monitor department equipment for defects and make requests for maintenance and repairs. Follow-up with maintenance staff to ensure timely resolution of requests. Request repairs from outside services as needed.
• Monitor production schedules and assign tasks to staff ensuring customer commitments are being met.
• Promotes a positive work environment, sound training programs, and adherence to ISO work instructions and procedures.
• Identify employees’ skills and develop them by coaching them regularly. Evaluate employee performance and prepare performance reviews.
• Assign jobs to machines that are best suited to the job.
• Perform spot checks during production runs and provide instructions if technical problems occur.
• Perform various jobs within the department when emergencies or overload conditions develop.
• Coordinate department’s operations with other supporting departments to ensure that conformity to quality standards is maintained and that workflows without costly delays.
• Recommend required overtime to meet established deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION

• 10 + years industry experience.
• 5+ years supervising hourly workforce.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION

• Knowledge of Converting / Finishing equipment and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of general maintenance procedures.
• Demonstrate a positive safety attitude.
• Ability to communicate/understand written as well as oral instructions.
• Ability to develop new techniques for handling work.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to visually inspect all work for defects and distinguish colors.
• Frequent reaching, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and stooping.
• Manual dexterity for repetitive work.
• Frequent walking and standing.

USD $65,000.00 - USD $90,000.00 /Yr.

The national pay range for this role is listed above. The pay range may be slightly lower or higher based on the geographic location. The actual pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. Imagine offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.

The Imagine Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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