Prepress Manager

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from Smurfit Westrock Talent Acquisition at Smurfit Westrock | Employing High Performing & Innovative Leaders The Pre Press Manager is responsible for leading the plate department in a 24x7 operation, which includes a skilled hourly workforce of 6 associates. The role is responsible for administering operating systems and processes to ensure the department safely and efficiently produces to service the needs of our customers. How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock: Aligns with and understands the goals of the Business and develops resources and strategies to implement within the web department. Manages hourly leads and associates in the department including crew schedule, payroll, production scheduling, materials and supplies ordering and inventory, understanding of technical capabilities, and performance accountabilities. Creates, implements, and monitors work processes to achieve compliance with all regulatory safety and environmental regulations, and corporate standards. Creates, and monitors metrics to identify performance against goals and provides a continuous improvement strategy to improve. Manages the department policies, procedures, and systems (e.g., standard work files) consistent with plant and company standards, and holds department associates accountable for executing to those standards. Conducts performance evaluations and mentorship to the department. Actively supports and executes employee skills development of all department personnel. Participates in the Plant Leadership Team; participates in or leads initiatives on its behalf. Relentlessly drives continuous improvements in safety, compliance, maintenance, housekeeping, productivity, waste reduction and employee development. What You Need to Succeed: Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred – Business, Engineering Associates’ degree in a related field or equivalent industry work experience required High School diploma or GED is required 3-5 years leadership experience in a manufacturing setting. Knowledgeable of L, a, b and Delta E for Color Management. Experience with density and dot gain, and curving plates to optimize color accuracy in offset-lithographic printing. 5 years of experience with multi-color sheet fed printing processes. Offset lithographic, multi color printing is preferred Basic understanding of machinery and processes Understanding of HACCP, SQF is a plus Track-record using manufacturing management software and Microsoft Office. Experience in leading continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, TQM, TPM, and other improvement philosophies) Track-record in developing strategies to attain performance objectives. Experience in organizational development activities & communicating effectively in writing to develop and document processes and procedures; and verbally in group and one-on-one situations to lead and coach subordinates, explain company policies, and resolve conflicts.