Production Manager

Taylor Corporation
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, New Jersey, Monroe Township
7 Costco Drive (Show on map)
Jan 11, 2025
Your Leadership. Our Power. Unlimited Potential. Taylor Corporation has big plans for the future and we need talented leaders to get us there. We power the world's leading brands - and our employees' careers - by unlocking potential everywhere we see it. If you love to lead, are open to new ideas and inspire the best in others, we should talk. We're passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we're looking for professionals like you. Want to be part of something powerful? It's time to look at Taylor. Your Opportunity: Taylor Corporation is looking for a Production Manager for their digital print production facility. Your Responsibilities: Drive positive safety culture with goals of maintaining safety system compliance and zero safety incidents Increase machine throughput by reducing all downtime, including setup time, and maximizing run speeds. This includes network connectivity. Develop and maintain metrics related to safety, production, maintenance, quality, and shipping Apply continuous improvement techniques to improve all areas of responsibility Ensure established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are followed. Develop new SOPs and modify existing SOPs to support continuous improvement Apply lean manufacturing principles including 5S; drive 5S application and achieve Sustain Coach/mentor all direct and indirect reports to achieve development and succession planning Identify labor resource needs and apply appropriately, via variable assignments and hours, to achieve results Ensure preventive maintenance activity is established and followed Drive employee accountability Drive positive employee experience You Must Have: 7+ years experience in a high-paced production environment. Proven track record of using data points to drive cost reduction and efficiency. Track record of growing staff through training and mentoring. Ability to manage multiple deliverables at the same time--both short-term and long-term. Excellent verbal and written communication and facilitation skills Ability to manage a wide range of processes and personnel needs and pivot well across multiple fast-paced critical activities Ability to work well with other leaders and drive synergy across departments Computer proficiency, including working within Microsoft Office Organizational, time management, and project planning skills and experience Continuous improvement mindset and application experience Problem solving skills We Would Also Prefer: Multiple years of print manufacturing leadership experience Understanding of offset printing process Lean manufacturing education/certification Experience working within ISO certification Experience working with an ERP system that includes shop floor data collection Experience with network connectivity About Taylor Corporation One of the largest graphics communications firms in North America, Taylor's family of companies provide a diverse set of products, services and technologies addressing the toughest communication challenges. For nearly 50 years, Taylor has been a premier provider of powerful and innovative products, services and expertise for individuals, businesses and distributors large and small. Our 10,000+ employees spanning 26 states and seven countries work diligently to create the interactive, printing and marketing solutions that have helped build some of the world's more recognizable brands. Everything we do begins with identifying the unique priorities and needs of our customers and creating one-of-a-kind solutions. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including several health plans to choose from, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.