Jostens

Job Title: Press Supervisor

Location: Clarksville, TN

Shift: 12 hrs Crewing/Night Shift

(Thursday-Saturday & Alt. Wednesdays 7pm-7am)

With 127 Years in business, Jostens has an outstanding record of leadership in the printing industry and an amazing team of professionals helping our customers celebrate their achievements! Come join our team of great people doing meaningful work!

ABOUT YOU:

We are currently looking for an experienced Press Supervisor to join our Printing Press Department. This valued press supervisor is responsible for directing and coordinating assigned Press & Plate department operations within the plant. Responsibilities include meeting plant objectives for quality, quantity, cost and delivery. The incumbent controls the area’s work schedule, quality control, allocation of materials, and equipment. They are responsible for leading and supporting the safety program for the area, and for the training of employees to include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and emergency spill response procedures, if appropriate. The Press Supervisor coordinates production and performance goals, organizes work, and maintains a productive and motivational climate. The incumbent supports and partners with continuous improvement engineers to drive process improvement and safety goals to full

maximization.

YOU HAVE:

• Education. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Manufacturing and/or related field, and/or equivalent experience.
• Experience. 5+ years of Printing experience as a Press Supervisor or relevant leadership role.
• Management. Proven leadership experience as a Supervisor, training and developing a team in a manufacturing/printing environment.
• Technical Skills. Proven experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook/Teams, in particular, Excel Spreadsheets, to effectively track production information and workflows.
• Strategy & Critical Thinking. Ability to initiate change through problem-solving, decision-making, planning/organizing, and utilization/development of employees.
• Adaptability. Capable of adjusting to changing environments and stay focused on goals with positivity and enthusiasm.
• Great Communication Skills. Strong oral and written communication skills. Cross functional communication experience.
• Safety Skills. Solid safety background and experience developing and executing safety plans.
• Trust & Confidentiality. Skilled mentor with the ability to build trust and serve effectively as a role model.
• Vendor Partnerships. Ability to create and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Lean Manufacturing. Knowledge and experience of 5S methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Preferred Skills. Technical knowledge of various printing presses and printing processes in a Yearbook and/or Commercial printing environment.

YOU WILL:

Lead & Oversee. Supervise assigned department areas and direct workflow. Provide training, direction and support to assigned employees across Press and Plate departments. Be knowledgeable on printing equipment operation and processes, learn and adapt to new and existing technologies.

Schedule & Maintain Workflow. Oversee area/department production schedules, quality, materials and equipment, as assigned.

Train, Coach & Mentor. Train and develop a diverse workforce, provide coaching and counseling when necessary, and write employee performance reviews.

Teamwork & Collaboration. Foster a productive and supportive work environment providing clear communication and recognizing achievements. Encourage learning and collaboration.

Set Goals & Objectives. Set production, performance goals and objectives. Prepare and monitor budgetary process. Meet department objectives for quality, productivity and cost.

Support Safety & Maintenance. Promote 5S and ensure PMs for all equipment and systems; ensure employees are properly trained on equipment operation, safety and proper maintenance as applicable. Work within the plant’s Safety procedures and work rules. Conduct operations in a manner that promotes Safety and compliance with OSHA standards.

Embrace Lean Manufacturing. Participate in and support continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes and eliminate waste.

LOVE WHERE YOU WORK:

• We care about your health. We offer competitive healthcare (health, dental, vision, coverage) in addition to voluntary benefits including home and car insurance, pet insurance, flexible spending account, amongst many more.
• We invest in your future. Our 401K plan has immediate vesting, so you can start saving for retirement right away.
• We want you to unplug when needed. We believe in taking your time off without guilt and offer accrued paid time off and company paid holidays.
• We care about your development. We support tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service.

ABOUT US:

Jostens leads the student commemoration market and has been serving local communities for over 125 years. We work with thousands of K-12 schools, colleges and universities each year, and have the honor of partnering with beloved sports teams and esteemed organizations across the country. Our iconic products — like yearbooks, letter jackets, class jewelry and championship rings — keep meaningful traditions alive and inspire millions of people to celebrate their unique stories, milestone moments and biggest accomplishments every year. We have 13 first-class facilities across the globe, from North America to the Caribbean. Watch a short video about us here.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA):

Jostens is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the position, please reach out to our HR team at recruiter@jostens.com.

Jostens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

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