Training Materials Print Shop Manager

Overview

A driver of results who can perform both print product production as well as departmental management. Extremely high attention to detail. Able to work self-directed and make informed decisions. Organized, detail focused, flexible, and can re-prioritize quickly. Likes challenges and a fast-paced work environment. Have a desire to elevate aviation training. Able to work in our Hudson, WI facility.

• Produce and prepare products for shipping
• Operate a variety of print finishing and bindery equipment
• Framing, laminating, and tubing of posters
• Coordinate with external vendors on outsourced projects; confirm order specifications, and align next steps with the Sales team
• Manage regular customer orders and provide exceptional service
• Review Training Materials department metrics and upcoming orders
• Update departmental metrics in Rhythm Systems platform
• Organize and maintain a clean shop facility
• Receive/stock supplies and monitor inventory

Required Skills

• Strong leadership, organizational, and time-management abilities
• Highly organized with the ability to coordinate and oversee the entire printing process from design to final distribution, ensuring accuracy and deadlines are met
• Vendor management experience to include facilities, machinery, outsourced production, and supplies
• Departmental budgeting and budget performance metrics tracking
• Shop inventory management to include inventory metrics
• Previous experience with large and small format printing equipment, printing techniques, bindery equipment, laminating, and digital printing technology
• Ability to diagnose and repair minor printing machine issues and ensure all printing and binding equipment is properly maintained and calibrated
• Basic knowledge of file formatting for printing with Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation

Preferred Skills

• Basic knowledge of graphics editing with Adobe Illustrator or Corel
  
  DRAW software
• experience preferred or other customer relationship management system
• Shipping preparation and mailing experience