Flexo Shift Manager

Brook + Whittle; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brook + Whittle, a leading North American label solutions manufacturer, is seeking a Flexo Shift Manager for its on-site operation in St Peters, MO. You will supervise press operators and bindery staff, coordinate schedules, monitor production, and drive safety, quality, and productivity targets.

You will implement continuous improvement initiatives, train and coach team members, and partner with maintenance, quality, and planning to support efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising press operators and bindery staff.
• Solid understanding of printing processes and equipment.
• Experience in label or flexo printing preferred.
• Ability to interpret job tickets and production schedules.
• Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
• Willingness to work assigned shifts and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Supervise press operators and bindery staff on the assigned shift.
• Coordinate job schedules and monitor production processes.
• Resolve technical or workflow issues on the production floor.
• Review production output and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Train and coach team members; communicate shift performance to leadership.
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality and planning teams for efficient operations.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Print production experience

Flexographic printing

Bindery operations knowledge

Strong communication

Troubleshooting on floor

Safety compliance

Shift work availability

Overtime willingness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Description

Brook + Whittle is a leading North American manufacturer of premium prime label solutions, trusted by many well-known consumer brands. The company produces pressure-sensitive labels, shrink sleeves, flexible packaging, and heat transfer labels, with a strong focus on sustainable packaging and complex decoration. Brook + Whittle leverages digitalization and industry-leading lead times to deliver consistent value and responsiveness to customers. With fifteen production facilities across the United States, the company offers diverse career opportunities in manufacturing, operations, and leadership. Team members are encouraged to contribute to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction in a growing organization.

Role Description

The Flexo Shift Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in St Peters, MO. This role oversees flexographic printing operations on an assigned shift, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity targets are met. Day-to-day responsibilities include supervising press operators and bindery staff, coordinating job schedules, monitoring print production processes, and resolving technical or workflow issues. The Flexo Shift Manager reviews production output, implements continuous improvement initiatives, and ensures compliance with company standards and customer specifications. The role also involves training and coaching team members, communicating shift performance to leadership, and collaborating with maintenance, quality, and planning teams to support efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Supervisory and leadership skills to manage shift teams, provide coaching, and support performance management.
• Experience in print production and flexographic printing, with a solid understanding of printing processes and equipment.
• Knowledge of bindery operations and finishing processes, including setup, workflow, and quality checks.
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with team members, cross-functional departments, and leadership.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or packaging environment, preferably in label or flexo printing.
• Ability to interpret job tickets, production schedules, and quality standards, and to troubleshoot issues on the floor.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement, with basic problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional technical training or coursework in printing or operations is beneficial.
• Willingness to work assigned shift schedules, including potential overtime, and to be physically present in a production environment.