Location US-MN-Shakopee

ID 2025-1515

Category:

Manufacturing

Position Type:

Full-Time

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.

Oversees all aspects of the Converting department, including Bindery, Die Cutting, Folding/Gluing, and Digital Finishing. Coordinates job orders and requirements with the department Supervisors/Leads.

• Establishes and supervises training of employees in the proper performance of their job to ensure safety efficiency, quality standards and oversees apprentice programs. Maintains effective relationships with employees, analyzing causes of complaints and dissatisfaction with work. Advises and guides employees on policies affecting activities and working conditions.
• Works with the Scheduling department to establish machine priorities, and when necessary, with Customer Service/Sales department on special requests to satisfy customers’ demands.
• Responsible for meeting efficiency and utilization targets as budgeted, as well as maintaining established production standards and quality controls.
• Reports rework and enters into Cinq (Quality Control) indicating personnel, equipment or material required for the rework. If rework occurs within the department, follow up with short- and long-term initiatives to rectify the problem that occurred.
• Makes regular observations to see that all jobs and materials are progressing as scheduled.
• Provides any special instruction for upcoming jobs that are required gathered from pre-production project meetings.
• Defines responsibility and communicates established standards of performance of subordinates; supervises application of policies and communicates programs, practices, and procedures. Appraises subordinates’ performance against assigned responsibility and accountability factors.
• Controls materials and supplies within budget and approves requisitions and invoices. Keeps updated on new developments in procedures and equipment. Plans and recommends new equipment purchases for the department.
• Maintains and compiles time reporting records, down time, etc.; maintains records necessary to control costs and schedules. Attends trade meetings and keeps abreast of any new techniques or developments in the printing field.
• Recommends hiring, wage adjustments, changes in status, and terminations in Machine Bindery department personnel.
• Coordinates department’s operations with other supporting departments to ensure that conformity to quality standards is maintained and that workflows without costly delays.
• Provides technical assistance with job estimating and planning as required.
• Works with Scheduling department to determine required overtime needs and personnel to meet established deadlines.
• Performs various jobs within the department when emergencies or overload conditions develop.
• Administers preventative and operational maintenance to department’s equipment working closely with maintenance personnel for required service.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Oversees Converting Department

Minimum Qualifications:

• Vocational/technical degree and/or equivalent experience; Management or Business degree helpful.
• 10+ years’ industry experience in operations.
• Management skills are required along with direct supervisory experience.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Vocational/technical degree and/or equivalent experience; Management or Business degree helpful.
• 10+ years’ industry experience in operations.
• Management skills are required along with direct supervisory experience.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 70 lbs.
• Ability to visually inspect all work for defects.
• Frequent reaching, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and stooping.
• Manual dexterity for repetitive work.
• Frequent walking and standing.
• Chemicals: N/A
• Travel: N/A

USD $75,000.00 - USD $110,000.00 /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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