Production Engineering Supervisor supervises a team of production engineers who plan and design methods to improve or enhance existing programs. Assists in analyzing and reviewing budgets, schedules, production requirements and headcount to determine the most cost effective and efficient methods of obtaining necessary resources. Being a Production Engineering Supervisor develops and recommends revisions or enhancements to schedules, human and monetary resource allocations, and production requirements. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Production Engineering Supervisor typically reports to a manager. The Production Engineering Supervisor supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/ production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. Thorough knowledge of department processes. To be a Production Engineering Supervisor typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description
Polaris Direct is looking for an organized and self-motivated individual to oversee digital print production and direct the activities of all operators in the print room, ensuring that all production is complete and on schedule.
About Us: Polaris Direct is a nationally acclaimed direct marketing and printing company specializing in high-volume 1:1 mail campaigns for Fortune 500 companies and agencies. Polaris Direct was founded in 2003 as a woman-owned company and enjoys an A rating from the Better Business Bureau.
What’s it like to work here? We are a mid-sized company of less than 100 employees with big goals and high expectations. Our people work as a team, collaborating and assisting each other to provide only the highest quality of service to our customers. We have opportunities for growth, recognize excellence in our ranks, and have a culture of team building and fun when the time is right.
Requirements
Duties and responsibilities
• Manage day-to-day operations for print production department.
• Perform supervisory duties within the department in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable procedures. Responsibilities include training, planning, assigning and directing work.
• Schedule and coordinate department staffing.
• Contribute to scheduling of new work.
• Maintain print room security and cleanliness.
• Ensure printers are productive and maintained appropriately.
• Oversee transitions between shifts, including the communication of all pertinent information.
• Ensure that all operating procedures are followed and communicate the need for additional procedures to the GM of Production.
• Maintain relationships with service representatives from our suppliers.
• Manage inventory of supplies and consumables, including tracking paper, toner, ink, etc.
• Identify potential problems and take appropriate action, including system malfunctions, and initiate corrective action to maintain a high level of productivity at all times
• Contribute to development and conformance of quality assurance mandates
• Communicate regularly with various tiers of management as needed
• Develop documentation for any and all Print Room procedures and in it initiatives
• Stay current with latest industry technology and recommend potential upgrades to equipment
• Work with IT/ System Admin to keep all computer equipment updated and secure
• Promote a positive and disciplined work environment
Qualifications
• 2 years of experience in direct mail industry
• Prior supervisory experience in a production environment
• 2 years of experience with 4-color, high speed inkjet technology
• Strong knowledge of Variable Data Print (VDP)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Self-motivated, self-starter that is able to thrive in fast pace, deadline-driven business
• Ability to demonstrate math aptitude
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office a plus
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