Huhtamäki
Enjoy a career, packaged with care, whilst helping protect food, people and the planet
We are a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. We're on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, we ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. We are Huhtamaki.
You could be part of our vision. Because it's our talented people that make it happen. Our people on the shop floor producing innovative, sustainable products. Our people in our offices delivering excellence for our customers every day. It's every one of us working together.
We offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported, and make an impact so we can all focus on the future together.
Manages operations of a production team or multiple teams in accordance with policies, processes and procedures. Plans activities and coordinate schedules and workflow of the team to meet production specifications and schedules, and safety and quality standards.
Job Summary
Manage ongoing operation of all roll fed, off set and flexographic printing activities to produce final graphics on packaging for various food packaging products. Manage ongoing operation of slitting department to support plant wide operations. Manage start-up activities for the newly formed and growing folding carton department. Responsible for; the safety, training & development, performance & performance & performance appraisals, discipline, hiring, and performance of a 50-to-80-person department on four 12-hour shifts. Develop and manage department budget and profit and loss statement, manage the supply chain process for all print production requirements from planning through delivery of components. In addition, the Manager will liaise internally and externally with customers, while managing the flow of information to ensure timely and efficient delivery to customers.
Essential Functions Maintain a positive and professional attitude that reflects the company's commitment to safety, employee satisfaction, quality, and continuous improvement. Directs and coordinates the activities for all printing personnel in printing, slitting, and die cutting operations Maintain quality control processes to ensure every print job is done on time at high quality. Follows and maintains systems and procedures outlined in the company manuals. Maintain production control records and provide information to management regarding delivery dates, schedules, and operating problems. Manages vendor relationships to ensure project goals are met expenditures, equipment delivery, equipment performance specifications (throughout, safety, reliability). Identifies and reviews wet offset and Flexographic printing related technological advancements (including equipment); determines how and where to incorporate into business. Analyzes quality, productivity, and waste standards to ensure accuracy; leads continuous improvement efforts. Manages budget performance against forecast for areas of responsibility. Works proactively with vendors to ensure continuous improvement and optimal production solutions for new and existing marketing materials and concepts. Initiate hiring and manage temporary work force when needed to cope with expanding workload. Take all necessary actions to manage production costs and improve profitability. Ensure inventories are conducted and accurate records are maintained. Advise management on capital improvements needed to increase company productivity. Evaluate production equipment purchases/leases and conduct cost/benefit analyses. Schedule, delegate, and ensure performance of all equipment maintenance following maintenance procedures. Maintain maintenance logs. Assure a backup of all work in progress and archived completed work is done in a timely manner. Coordinate and manage all inventory supplies to ensure minimum waste and spoilage. Ensure that inventories are conducted per company policy and accurate records are maintained. Inform the Operations Manager and Director of Operations of equipment and production problems. Maintain a safe work environment and ensure the maintenance and upkeep of the physical location. Participate in SQF Housekeeping and Food Safety Programs. Provide plant housekeeping support. Job Qualifications
Required
Excellent knowledge of all facets of print production: presses, die cutting, graphics, and folding carton. Experience in Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma Green belt or above preferred. Experience working in a self-directed work environment a plus. Computer literate. Familiar with CIELAB and CMC Tolerance color matching systems. Ability to successfully communicate (in English), orally and in writing, both inside and outside the organization and at all levels. Ability to multi-task and utilize resources to execute tasks within a deadline-oriented environment. Commitment to continuous process improvement initiatives and ability to solve problems creatively. Highly motivated and high level of initiative; inspires confidence to work independently and in support of department goals and business objectives. Ability to build relationships and work across a multi-product line organization. Ability to facilitate continuous improvement projects. Ability to develop programs and train personnel at various levels of the organization. Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred. 7+ years in Flexo Printing in a supervisory role or 10+ years' experience in Flexo Printing in a management role. Environment
Sit - 15% Spends approximately 50% of time walking, observing, and advising on the manufacturing floor. Able to use hands and fingers to operate computer. Able to distinguish color variation in all spectrums. Able to hear in a manufacturing environment. Occasional automobile or air travel is required. Temperature controlled office and press area. Standard manufacturing requirements related to PPE include (but is not limited to) hearing protection, eye protection, safety shoes, etc.
Join us. Help protect food, people and the planet.
We are a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. We're on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, we ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. We are Huhtamaki.
You could be part of our vision. Because it's our talented people that make it happen. Our people on the shop floor producing innovative, sustainable products. Our people in our offices delivering excellence for our customers every day. It's every one of us working together.
We offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported, and make an impact so we can all focus on the future together.
Manages operations of a production team or multiple teams in accordance with policies, processes and procedures. Plans activities and coordinate schedules and workflow of the team to meet production specifications and schedules, and safety and quality standards.
Job Summary
Manage ongoing operation of all roll fed, off set and flexographic printing activities to produce final graphics on packaging for various food packaging products. Manage ongoing operation of slitting department to support plant wide operations. Manage start-up activities for the newly formed and growing folding carton department. Responsible for; the safety, training & development, performance & performance & performance appraisals, discipline, hiring, and performance of a 50-to-80-person department on four 12-hour shifts. Develop and manage department budget and profit and loss statement, manage the supply chain process for all print production requirements from planning through delivery of components. In addition, the Manager will liaise internally and externally with customers, while managing the flow of information to ensure timely and efficient delivery to customers.
Essential Functions Maintain a positive and professional attitude that reflects the company's commitment to safety, employee satisfaction, quality, and continuous improvement. Directs and coordinates the activities for all printing personnel in printing, slitting, and die cutting operations Maintain quality control processes to ensure every print job is done on time at high quality. Follows and maintains systems and procedures outlined in the company manuals. Maintain production control records and provide information to management regarding delivery dates, schedules, and operating problems. Manages vendor relationships to ensure project goals are met expenditures, equipment delivery, equipment performance specifications (throughout, safety, reliability). Identifies and reviews wet offset and Flexographic printing related technological advancements (including equipment); determines how and where to incorporate into business. Analyzes quality, productivity, and waste standards to ensure accuracy; leads continuous improvement efforts. Manages budget performance against forecast for areas of responsibility. Works proactively with vendors to ensure continuous improvement and optimal production solutions for new and existing marketing materials and concepts. Initiate hiring and manage temporary work force when needed to cope with expanding workload. Take all necessary actions to manage production costs and improve profitability. Ensure inventories are conducted and accurate records are maintained. Advise management on capital improvements needed to increase company productivity. Evaluate production equipment purchases/leases and conduct cost/benefit analyses. Schedule, delegate, and ensure performance of all equipment maintenance following maintenance procedures. Maintain maintenance logs. Assure a backup of all work in progress and archived completed work is done in a timely manner. Coordinate and manage all inventory supplies to ensure minimum waste and spoilage. Ensure that inventories are conducted per company policy and accurate records are maintained. Inform the Operations Manager and Director of Operations of equipment and production problems. Maintain a safe work environment and ensure the maintenance and upkeep of the physical location. Participate in SQF Housekeeping and Food Safety Programs. Provide plant housekeeping support. Job Qualifications
Required
Excellent knowledge of all facets of print production: presses, die cutting, graphics, and folding carton. Experience in Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma Green belt or above preferred. Experience working in a self-directed work environment a plus. Computer literate. Familiar with CIELAB and CMC Tolerance color matching systems. Ability to successfully communicate (in English), orally and in writing, both inside and outside the organization and at all levels. Ability to multi-task and utilize resources to execute tasks within a deadline-oriented environment. Commitment to continuous process improvement initiatives and ability to solve problems creatively. Highly motivated and high level of initiative; inspires confidence to work independently and in support of department goals and business objectives. Ability to build relationships and work across a multi-product line organization. Ability to facilitate continuous improvement projects. Ability to develop programs and train personnel at various levels of the organization. Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred. 7+ years in Flexo Printing in a supervisory role or 10+ years' experience in Flexo Printing in a management role. Environment
Sit - 15% Spends approximately 50% of time walking, observing, and advising on the manufacturing floor. Able to use hands and fingers to operate computer. Able to distinguish color variation in all spectrums. Able to hear in a manufacturing environment. Occasional automobile or air travel is required. Temperature controlled office and press area. Standard manufacturing requirements related to PPE include (but is not limited to) hearing protection, eye protection, safety shoes, etc.
Join us. Help protect food, people and the planet.