Print Shop Manager

Nystrom Publishing Co; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Nystrom Publishing Co in Maple Grove, MN is seeking a Print Shop Manager to lead our production team and own day-to-day operations. You will supervise staff, optimize workflows, and ensure on-time delivery with quality control.

Join a fast-paced, creative environment where collaboration with sales, design, and prepress teams is essential and opportunities to advance within the company are available.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in print production, including a supervisory or management role.
• Proficiency with offset, digital, or wide-format printing equipment and processes.
• Strong knowledge of prepress workflows, color management, and finishing techniques.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple jobs.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing and developing a production team.
• Familiarity with print management software and MIS systems is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day print shop operations, including scheduling, workflow management, and production output.
• Manage and mentor print shop staff, ensuring quality performance and a positive team culture.
• Monitor and maintain printing equipment, coordinating preventive maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Ensure all print jobs meet quality control standards, deadlines, and client specifications.
• Manage inventory of paper, ink, and other print supplies, coordinating vendor relationships and procurement.
• Collaborate with sales, design, and prepress teams to ensure seamless job handoffs and accurate production.
• Track production costs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

Skills

Print production

Team leadership

Prepress workflows

Color management

Project management

MIS software

Communication

Tools

Offset printing

Digital printing

Wide-format printing

MIS systems

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

About the Role:

Nystrom Publishing Co is looking for a talented and driven Print Shop Manager to lead our production team in Maple Grove, MN. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a dynamic print operation and make a real impact in a creative, fast-paced environment. If you're passionate about print production and love leading teams, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day print shop operations, including scheduling, workflow management, and production output
• Manage and mentor print shop staff, ensuring quality performance and a positive team culture
• Monitor and maintain printing equipment, coordinating preventive maintenance and repairs as needed
• Ensure all print jobs meet quality control standards, deadlines, and client specifications
• Manage inventory of paper, ink, and other print supplies, coordinating vendor relationships and procurement
• Collaborate with sales, design, and prepress teams to ensure seamless job handoffs and accurate production
• Track production costs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce waste

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in print production, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or management role
• Proficiency with offset, digital, or wide-format printing equipment and processes
• Strong knowledge of prepress workflows, color management, and finishing techniques
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple jobs simultaneously
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing and developing a production team
• Familiarity with print management software and MIS systems is a plus
• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused mindset

About Us:

Nystrom Publishing Co has built a strong reputation in the publishing and print industry by delivering exceptional quality and reliable service to our clients. Our team in Maple Grove, MN is made up of dedicated professionals who take pride in their craft and collaborate to produce outstanding results. We foster a supportive workplace culture where employees are empowered to grow, innovate, and thrive.