OPERATIONS MANAGER - CROMWELL, CTLPi is currently looking for an Operations Manager at our Cromwell, Connecticut location. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of pressroom operations, including production scheduling, quality control, inventory management, vendor relationships, equipment maintenance, and team leadership.
The ideal candidate is a strong leader with a background in manufacturing or print operations who thrives on continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and delivering high-quality products on time. If you are passionate about building strong teams, improving processes, and making a measurable impact in a production environment then let's talk!
In this role you will: - Lead daily pressroom operations to ensure quality production and on-time delivery.
- Partner with vendors to manage shipping, equipment maintenance, and cost-effective purchasing.
- Identify process improvements and implement new ideas to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
- Oversee equipment maintenance and support investment decisions for new technology and equipment.
- Manage departmental budgets, inventory, purchasing, and production-related expenses.
- Hire, coach, develop, and lead production team members while supporting performance management initiatives.
- Promote a safe work environment by leading safety programs and ensuring OSHA compliance.
A successful candidate will have:- A minimum of 3 years of managerial experience with a focus on process improvement
- Strong employee development, staff planning and coaching skills
- Well-developed negotiating and purchasing skills
- Basic experience in managing the profit-loss of a department
- In-depth knowledge of press, print technology, and customer service
- Above average judgment and decision-making skills
- Excellent team-building, facilitation, consulting and influence skills to partner with others to achieve goals
- Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills
- Proven project management skills
- Basic understanding of Continuous Improvement concepts and applications
- Experience with Commercial Print management (quoting a plus, but not required)
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience and education
Compensation and Benefits- Projected Salary Range: $85-90K per year plus a generous bonus package with the potential to earn up to $97K per year total
- Comprehensive onboarding and continual development
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Package
- Paid Parental Leave and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- 401k with company match
- Paid Vacation time, Holidays, and even your Birthday off
- Paid Community Service Hours & Matching Donation programs
