Assistant Production Manager II

Smyth Companies; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading label manufacturer in Minneapolis is seeking an Assistant Production Manager II. This role involves leading production teams, supporting project management, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Join a collaborative environment with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in flexographic print manufacturing with a large team.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and ISO/BRC standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead production teams to ensure efficiency and resolve bottlenecks.
• Serve as backup for department Leads during planned PTO.
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Education

Degree in Business Management

Job description

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Smyth-Minneapolis is a leading label manufacturer in North America. We pride ourselves on meeting objectives, striving to satisfy our customers, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Join our team and contribute to making a difference!

The Assistant Production Manager II supports planning, organizing, and executing special projects, assists leadership across departments, and ensures effective production during staff absences to meet delivery deadlines.

Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, disability insurance, life insurance, and more. Compensation is based on skills and experience.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead production teams to ensure efficiency, adherence to processes, and resolution of bottlenecks.
2. Serve as backup for all department Leads, including Shipping/Receiving, Warehouse, Finishing, Pit Crew, and Pressroom, during planned PTO.
3. Lead projects supporting core functions, addressing process variances, and improving metrics and financial outcomes.
4. Maintain strong communication with internal customers such as Procurement, Job Planning, Customer Service, Sales, and Operational Excellence.
5. Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience in flexographic print production.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team motivation skills.
• Results-oriented decision-making skills.
• Effective project management with multitasking abilities.
• Clear communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Prompt responsiveness to internal and external inquiries.
• Knowledge of ISO/BRC standards and safety regulations.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years in flexographic print manufacturing with a large team.
• Flexibility to work as needed.
• Preferred: Experience with Lean Manufacturing and ISO/BRC standards.
• Preferred: Degree in Business Management or Administration.

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: 5-10 years

Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 annually

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Job function: Supply Chain, Distribution, Manufacturing

Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain, Warehousing, Wholesale