Manager, Press at Gannett in CANTON, Ohio

Job Description:

PRESS MANAGER
Gannett Publishing Services
Canton, OH

The Press Manager is responsible for all pressroom operational, administrative and financial functions to ensure efficient press operations to achieve & maintain on-time production, product quality standards, low waste, and operational safety. May include weekend, evening, early morning, late night or holiday shifts around loud production equipment. Work a flexible schedule as needed based on business need.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for overall department financial performance including collaborating with Production Director on annual budget preparation including monthly/quarterly financial performance (expense and revenue estimates) and reporting compliance.

• Responsible for overall quality, efficiency and timeliness of the press and newsprint operations.

• Responsible for oversight of pressroom/department staff including hiring, scheduling, training, performance, employee relations, employee development and ensuring that company policies/practices are adhered to.

• Serve as a liaison between departments to promote, guide and implement ideas and solutions to ensure that customer service standards are achieved.

• Responsible for collaborating with Production Director on capital project development & execution.

• Accountable to ensure equipment maintenance and repair is completed timely to avoid disruption of production.

• Responsible for supply inventory and purchasing.

• Must be able to handle personnel and administrative functions

Safety :

Always work in a safe manner and consistently utilize required safety equipment to promote top-of-mind safety awareness:

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Assist in leading safety compliance within the department including accident investigations and follow up.

• Report work related injuries to insurance carrier.

• Ensure all machine safety-guards are installed, functioning properly, and in use.

Immediately report any operational concerns, potential safety hazards and all accidents/injuries

Communication:

• Provide timely & accurate reports and information to the operations team and management.

• Responsible for communication regarding equipment repairs and/or consumable materials.

• Respond to customers via phone and e-mail correspondence to resolve subscriber issues.

Experience:

• Minimum five years' management experience in a print environment

• Five to seven years' previous experience operating similar equipment

• Knowledge of OSHA regulations required.

• English language fluency: Speaking, reading & writing

• Proven leadership experience required.

• Proven above average verbal & written communication skills

• Proven excellent time management skills working in a fast-paced deadline driver environment

• Financial acumen

• Mechanical aptitude

• Proficient PC skills including Microsoft Office

• Basic understanding of computer technology and electronics

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