Premedia Manager

ENPOINTE is recognized globally as a premier commercial printer with over 35 years of experience is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team. ENPOINTE is an innovator in print technologies, award-winning creative; state-of-the art web, sheetfed and digital printing and on-site mailing and fulfillment services. In addition, we provide marketing services such as campaign strategy, rebranding and lead generation strategies.

SUMMARY The Premedia Manager is responsible for the company’s day-to-day operating activities for all facets of Premedia production at our two manufacturing facilities; responsible for identifying and implementing technology improvements; coordination of workflow and directing activity for continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

• Responsible for measurement and effectiveness of all internal and external processes for his/her area.

• Motivate and lead a high-performance department. Attract, recruit and retain required members for the various areas of the department functions.

• Provide the leadership in his/her area to be sure organizational objectives are being met and takes adequate steps to correct shortfalls as needed.

• Evaluate processes and strive for commonality of scope of best practices between the two Premedia facility locations in;

o Organization

o Workflow

o Standard Operating Procedures

o Job descriptions

o Training matrix

o Maintenance

o Controlled forms & records

o Etc...

• Ensure that all operational activities are in compliance with local, state and federal regulation and laws governing business operations including environmental oversight within the Premedia department.

• Spearhead sound service practices and working relationships with key staff of customers and suppliers and participate willingly as needed with outside consultants and vendors.

• Responsible for the effective, efficient planning and scheduling of personnel and equipment and determining how best to utilize the redundancy of equipment and personnel in the two Premedia facility locations.

• Daily oversight and technical support for Premedia related issues, such as conducting production meetings for new projects or production changes producing written reports of various assessments within department protocol.

• Maintains quality results by implementing and following procedures and standards in an ISO certified organization.

• Understands your role in the companies’ Quality Management System regarding ISO.

• Communicate effectively with the Vice President of Manufacturing informing and updating regularly to guarantee that production, sales, and customer objectives are met.

• Develops the annual department budget and participates in monthly operational P&L review.

• Assures that equipment is maintained at top operating efficiency.

• Controls costs of materials through overseeing purchasing of supplies, in collaboration with the Director of Purchasing, for the Premedia department.

• Actively research and develop new sources of supply and/or recommend possible substitute materials and/or supplies.

• Assist in identification and disposal of obsolete and unusable supplies and excess product.

• Develops and monitors production standards through establishing and maintaining appropriate records of performance of personnel and equipment; design, implement and lead transformational change and initiatives.

• Update and input information on the Premedia continuous improvement board.

• Reviews Premedia department non-conformance reports and partakes in proactive problem solving techniques to eliminate reoccurrences.

• Schedule full – and or/part-time personnel hours including fair distribution of overtime.

• Develop educational training programs for Premedia, CSR, and Sales staff.

• Write job descriptions and provide input on establishing sound compensation and benefit practices.

• Recommends hiring and dismissal of employees in the Premedia department to the Vice President of Manufacturing.

• Develops and monitors standard operating procedures for the Premedia department.

• Conducts performance reviews according to company HR guidelines.

• Coordinates the scheduling of vacations in the department so that a continuity of area coverage can be maintained in all necessary functions.

• Work closely with other Department Managers in exhibiting superior leadership qualities and skills in meeting internal and external customer needs.

• Establish and communicates a strategic direction for the Premedia department.

• Develop production plans/support services to enhance customer retention.

• Offer hands-on management skills. * Other duties may be assigned as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and/or Experience:

o Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Possess personal characteristics of integrity, dependability, competence, and prudence.

• Managerial or supervisory experience, preferably in a Premedia environment.

• Thorough knowledge of print manufacturing processes relating to Premedia tasks.

• Have strong team leading and mentoring skills and a strong drive for results.

• Highly motivated, with strong organizational, negotiating, and interpersonal skills.

• Exceptional communications skills are required to successfully interface with our customers, vendors and internal personnel.

• Strong skills in work planning, and scheduling, and knowledge of those procedures.

• Experience with print-based MIS systems, ideally PrintStream.

• Be proficient in Microsoft Word, and other PC and MAC applications.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Minneapolis, MN 55428: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location