Screen Printing Operations Manager

Job Description

Leading apparel and decorating company in the Chicago area is searching to hire an experienced Operations Manager to oversee production and quality.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage daily production operations in graphic design, screen printing, DTG and embroidery manufacturing.
• Lead and direct a team of 30 employees.
• Optimize workflows, output and quality using KPI's and metrics.
• Assist in solving production issues.
• Interview and hire staff for 2nd shift operations.
• Implement and oversee employee operator training programs.
• Review and make recommendations on new projects/artwork.
• Interact with production managers ensuring on-time delivery of products meeting and/or exceeding client expectation.
• Focus on production, quality and quick turn around times.
  
  

Qualifications include:

• Minimum 5 - 7 years operations or plant management experience in the apparel screen printing industry.
• Working knowledge of the garment and decorating industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of multi-color screen printing presses, DTG and embroidery machines.
• Proven track record using metrics to improve workflows, processes, and quality.
• Experience increasing production operations on 2nd shift.
• Excellent leadership and mentoring skills.
• Very good communication skills are required.
  
  

Excellent opportunity with growing screen printing and embroidery company that is focused on meeting client expectations in a timely manner.

Starting base salary range $80,000 - $100,000 bonus plan based on objectives, healthcare, 401k match and relocation pkg.

Company Description

Nationwide, recruiting firm for the Printing & Packaging industries representing premier firms.

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Nationwide, recruiting firm for the Printing & Packaging industries representing premier firms. We treat candidate information in strict confidence.