Print - Project Manager

Position: Print Project Manager
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Job : 504
# of Openings: 1
Job Title: Print Project Manager
Job Level: Mid
Location: Corporate
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Project Management
Reports To: Department Manager

The Print Project Manager is primarily responsible for managing the entire job after being sold by the outside salesperson. They prioritize jobs based on business judgment, handle client changes and problems, and ensure projects are manufactured and delivered correctly and on time.

• Managing all aspects of the production of print jobs submitted by the outside Sales team.
• Prioritizing jobs in production and outsourced jobs by evaluating KDM's production capacity and customer needs.
• Reviewing and checking all jobs for quality control and ensuring that all information on the quote generated by the Estimating department is accurate.
• Challenging any concerns and resolving them with Estimating or the Salesperson before finalizing paperwork for the Production Department.
• Coordinating all jobs through production, including:
  • Using Enterprise 32.
  • Submitting and filling out all necessary paperwork.
  • Sending order confirmations to the customer.
  • Monitoring and ensuring that all:
  • Shipping information is received and communicated.
  • Proofs are sent out in a timely fashion.
  • All materials (e.g., boxes, substrates, hardware) are ordered.
  • Proofs are received by the customer, approved, and returned to KDM.
  • Jobs are scheduled according to deadlines.
  • Jobs are packed properly and shipped on time.
  • Jobs are shipped by the appropriate method (e.g., prepaid, third party).
  • All related paperwork, including billing, is submitted the same day it is received from production.
  • Post‑shipment follow‑up is handled (e.g., tracking numbers, advanced shipment notifications).
• Managing all aspects of the project and providing assistance to senior leadership (President or Vice President), the Salesperson, Sales Manager, or Estimating department as needed for effective completion.
• Performing and completing all other work duties as assigned while meeting established deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned.

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• Certificates, licenses, or registrations: none.
• Language skills: ability to communicate both in written and verbal formats and present to small to medium size groups.
• Math skills: basic math skills.
• Computer skills: strong Microsoft skills, above average Microsoft Office product skills.
• Education and experience:
  
  meet the minimum requirements for education and experience for this position.
• Type of experience:
  Point of Purchase Printing experience preferred.

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The work environment is a normal office setting where standard office equipment is used. Exposure to fumes, hazardous chemicals, and heat is possible, and noise level is usually moderate. A production area setting includes a clean, quick‑paced, high‑efficiency manufacturing environment. Employees may be required to work near moving mechanical parts, stand for extended periods, and lift loads no greater than 50 pounds.

Personal Protection Equipment (PEP) is provided when necessary. The position requires establishing standard rates for processes and spending time between office and production settings.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance

• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance