Printing Manager

Guided Search Partners; Phoenixville (Chester County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Chester County is seeking a Production Leader to oversee operations and guide a production team. This hands-on role emphasizes mentorship and continuous improvement while ensuring safety and quality targets are achieved. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of relevant experience, a bachelor's degree, and familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. With room for growth, this role offers meaningful influence and visibility within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or printing operations.
• Proven ability to train, mentor, and develop production teams.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of flexographic or lithographic printing processes.
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• A grounded, steady leader who balances urgency with precision.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight of manufacturing operations to ensure targets are met.
• Guide and mentor production teams, reinforcing safety culture.
• Evaluate workflows to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Partner closely with quality, engineering, and other cross‑functional teams to align priorities and resolve production challenges.
• Troubleshoot operational issues, applying data and practical experience to drive effective solutions.
• Support training initiatives and certification efforts that build long‑term capability within the organization.
• Contribute to improvement initiatives tied to Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.

Skills

Mentoring

Process Improvement

Data Analysis

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Lean methodologies

Six Sigma

Flexographic printing

Lithographic printing

Job description

Guided Search Partners (GSP)Guided Search Partners is an Executive Search firm built on Trust, Transparency, Specialization, and Long‑term Relationships. We connect high‑performing professionals with organizations that value people, performance, and growth—helping leaders find roles where they can make an impact and build meaningful careers.

About Opportunity

We’re partnering with a well‑established, globally scaled manufacturer recognized for innovative packaging solutions and a strong commitment to operational excellence. This organization differentiates itself through advanced printing jagchologies and sustainability‑driven product design, earning a reputation as one of the most reliable and forward‑thinking employers in its industry.

This role exists as part of continued growth and investment in manufacturing leadership. As operations expand and processes evolve, the business is strengthening its leadership bench to support performance, safety, and long‑term scalability. The opportunity offers meaningful visibility, the ability to influence daily operations, and a clear path toward senior operational leadership.

This environment suits a hands‑on production leader—someone who values mentorship, thrives in fast‑paced manufacturing settings, and enjoys balancing people development with process improvement.

What You’ll Do

• Provide strategic and day‑to‑day oversight of manufacturing operations to ensure safety, quality, and production targets are met.

• Guide, develop, and mentor production teams, reinforcing accountability and a strong safety culture.

• Evaluate workflows, systems, and equipment performance to identify opportunities for efficiency and continuous improvement.

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• Partner closely with quality, engineering, and other cross‑functional teams to align priorities and resolve production challenges.

• Troubleshoot operational issues, applying data and practical experience to drive effective solutions.

• Support training initiatives and certification efforts that build long‑term capability within the organization.

• Contribute to improvement initiatives tied to Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.

Who You Are

You’re a production leader who leads by example and earns trust on the floor. You bring curiosity toInk to your team, take ownership of outcomes, and communicate clearly with teams at every level. Hands‑on work energizes you, and you работать with the collaboration over silos. You’re comfortable operating in regulated manufacturing environments and navigating change with steadiness and confidence.

You’re the type of leader who invests in people not just processes—building momentum through coaching, consistency, and credibility.

Preferred Experience & Attributes

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or printing operations, Roland custer­production leadership.

• Proven ability to train, mentor, and develop production teams.

• Working knowledge of flexographic or lithographic printing processes.

• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement initiatives.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• A grounded, steady leader who balances urgency with precision.

Why This Role Matters

This position plays a direct role in sustaining operational excellence while shaping the next generation of manufacturing leaders. You’ll collaborate with experienced leadership—benefiting from mentorship while contributing your own perspective to a high‑performing operation. Your impact will be felt in daily overeen, team engagement, and the long‑term success of the manufacturing organization. With clear advancement potential, this is an ideal moment to step into a role that combines influence, growth, and purpose.

Reporting Structure

• Reports to a senior operational leader.

• Leads and develops production teams within the manufacturing operation.

• Partners closely with quality, engineering, and other operational stakeholders.