Associate Manager, Press at Gannett in Sterling Heights, Michigan

Job Description:

ASSOCIATE MANAGER, PRESS

Gannett Publishing Services

Sterling Heights, MI

The Associate Manager Press is responsible for day to day management of all Pressroom functions to support efficient execution of production operations to achieve and maintain on-time production, product quality standards, low waste, and operational safety.

Expectations:

Responsible for the day to day management of the press and platemaking (CTP) operations to achieve on-time performance including product quality standards, waste goals and operational safety including OSHA & EPA compliance.

Pressroom Responsibilities:

• Responsible for production shift scheduling and time card approvals.

• Responsible for planning and directing efficient press runs that will ensure all production deadlines are met.

• Responsible for managing a staff including hiring, scheduling, training, performance, development and handling employee related issues.

• Responsible for maintaining the day to day operations of the pressroom to ensure quality reproduction and minimum waste through planning and practical implementation of processes.
• Responsible for ensuring all equipment maintenance and repairs are maintained and daily departmental follow-up updates are performed.

• Responsible to perform hands on Press Operator duties as needed due to staff shortage, machine problems and various unexpected workflow issues.

• Responsible for daily reporting of press and pre-press operations as well as accountable for daily data entry into web portal.

Education:

High school diploma or GED equivalent. Associate/Bachelor operations or business management degree preferred.

Experience Required or Preferred:

Extensive press/production leadership experience. Minimum of five years of press manager/supervisor experience operation similar equipement.

Specialized Knowledge:

Lean production/Worksmart fundamentals.

Universal Skills:

English fluency, speaking and writing, proficient verbal and written communication skills, excellent time management skills, financial acumen, mechanical aptitude and good math skills.

Technical Skills:

PC skills, Microsoft Office, EMAIL, Excel and Word.

Basic understanding of computer networking and electronics.
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