Print Production Manager – On‑Site Ops Leader

4over; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

4over in Dayton, OH is seeking a hands-on Print Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations. You will oversee the pressroom and production activities, optimize workflows, and coach a team focused on delivering high-quality print products on time.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will drive production performance, enforce safety standards, develop employees, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. You may step in for the Plant Manager to ensure continuity of operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years supervising, motivating, and leading employees in a print manufacturing environment.
• Experience with commercial printing and bindery equipment, including sheet-fed and web presses, cutting, folding, stitching, and mailing equipment.
• Strong knowledge of safety practices and OSHA regulations, and a track record of maintaining a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily pressroom and plant production activities to ensure efficient operations, high-quality output, and on-time delivery.
• Coordinate production schedules, staffing levels, shift assignments, and overtime to maximize productivity and equipment utilization.
• Monitor production output, inventory levels, scheduling, and performance; provide regular updates to the Plant Manager.
• Identify and resolve production, equipment, and maintenance issues to minimize downtime and maintain workflow efficiency.
• Lead, mentor, and coach production employees to foster a positive, collaborative, and results-driven culture.
• Support process improvements, cross-training, recruitment, and employee development to strengthen team performance.

Skills

Leadership

Production planning

Quality control

Safety compliance

Team development

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Production scheduling software

Microsoft Office

Job description

4over in Dayton, OH is seeking a hands-on Print Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations. You will oversee the pressroom and production activities, optimize workflows, and coach a team focused on delivering high-quality print products on time.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will drive production performance, enforce safety standards, develop employees, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. You may step in for the Plant Manager to ensure continuity of operations.