Production Manager - Digital Print

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing production team with a focus on flexibility and cross-training.
• Manage daily production workflow to ensure adherence to schedules and quality standards.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across print operations, finishing, and scheduling.
• Participate in hiring, training, performance management, and safety programs.
• Lead weekly digital production meetings and contribute to staff updates.

Production & Technical Oversight

• Operate and maintain digital print technologies including roll-to-roll and flatbed UV printing on vinyl, textiles, and rigid substrates.
• Oversee CNC cutting, coating, and finishing processes.
• Analyze and resolve downtime issues; coordinate with OEMs and vendors for troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Order and manage inventory for substrates, inks, and other consumables.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness, functionality, and overall production readiness.

Workflow & Communication

• Utilize ERP systems to manage job flow, production tracking, and scheduling.
• Collaborate with internal design and sales teams to ensure digital files are production-ready and optimized for installation.
• Communicate lead times, schedule updates, and quality expectations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support customers and sales with technical insights on color matching, file prep, and installation methods.

Planning & Reporting

• Monitor daily schedule attainment and take corrective actions on variances.
• Prepare operational forecasts and performance reports for senior leadership.
• Estimate timeframes and resource requirements for new and existing production initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols; lead weekly safety meetings and incident investigations.

Skills & Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Printing, Graphic Design, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of supervisory experience in digital print manufacturing; wallcoverings, textiles, or surface solutions experience is a preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UV digital printing technologies, substrates, and finishing processes.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Infor preferred); AS400 and Microsoft Office skills required.
• Experience with graphic design file formats and limitations relevant to print production.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work on the manufacturing floor, occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, and adapt to noise and temperature variations.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to customer sites or equipment vendors.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move around the manufacturing floor for extended periods.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Exposure to manufacturing environments, including noise and temperature variations.

Koroseal Total Rewards

• Vacation time, personal time, and 11 paid holidays.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance including a Flexible Savings Account.
• Company paid Short Term Disability & Life Insurance with supplemental options available for employees.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid training and career development.
• Employee well-being benefits including robust EAP offering.
• Company events.