Production Manager

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

Are you a hands-on production leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Do you enjoy developing teams, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring high-quality products are delivered on time?

At 4over, we're looking for an experienced Print Production Manager to help lead our daily manufacturing operations in Dayton, OH. In this role, you'll oversee pressroom and production activities, optimize workflows, and support a team dedicated to delivering high-quality printed products to our customers.

Working closely with the Plant Manager, you'll play a key role in driving production performance, maintaining quality and safety standards, developing employees, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. You'll also step in to oversee plant operations when the Plant Manager is unavailable.

This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven leader who enjoys being on the production floor, solving challenges, and making a meaningful impact on both people and processes.

What You'll Do

Production Operations & Efficiency

• 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 operational performance, providing regular updates to the Plant Manager
• Identify and resolve production, equipment, and maintenance issues to minimize downtime and maintain workflow efficiency
• Ensure the effective use of manufacturing equipment, materials, labor, and other operational resources
• Maintain a consistent presence on the production floor, providing hands-on leadership and operational support
• Partner with the Plant Manager to implement process improvements and achieve production goals
• Assume Plant Manager responsibilities when needed to ensure continuity of operations
• Lead, motivate, and support production employees while fostering a positive, collaborative, and results-driven work environment
• Provide daily direction, coaching, and constructive feedback to help employees meet performance and quality expectations
• Identify training and development opportunities to strengthen employee skills and improve team performance
• Support onboarding, cross-training, and development of new hires, transfers, and newly promoted employees
• Assist the Plant Manager with employee performance management, employee relations, and conflict resolution
• Participate in the recruitment, interviewing, evaluation, and selection of production team members
• Promote accountability, teamwork, employee engagement, and consistent application of company policies and procedures

Quality Control & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure production teams consistently meet company quality standards, customer specifications, and operational requirements
• Inspect finished products and production processes to verify accuracy, consistency, and compliance with customer orders
• Make timely quality decisions to address production issues, reduce waste, and maintain manufacturing standards
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve customer service concerns, product quality issues, and escalations
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, equipment performance, productivity, and overall manufacturing efficiency
• Maintain accurate production records, reports, documentation, and operational paperwork

Safety & Compliance

• Partner with the Plant Manager to maintain a strong safety culture focused on accident prevention and employee well-being
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, ISO requirements, and company safety policies and procedures
• Work closely with Safety, HR, and plant leadership to support safety training and incident, accident, and near-miss investigations
• Identify and promptly report workplace hazards, unsafe conditions, injuries, and safety concerns
• Ensure proper use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and adherence to established safety procedures
• Maintain equipment, tools, and workstations in safe operating condition
• Promote clean, organized, and hazard-free production areas through consistent housekeeping standards
• Participate in department and company meetings and perform additional duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience supervising, motivating, and leading employees in a print manufacturing environment
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with commercial printing and bindery equipment, including sheet-fed and web presses, cutting, folding, stitching, and mailing equipment
• Experience with late-model automated sheet-fed presses; Komori press experience is preferred
• Proficiency with production scheduling software, Microsoft Office Suite, and general computer applications
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, production scheduling, equipment utilization, and quality control
• Working knowledge of occupational health and safety practices, OSHA regulations, and quality standards

Skills That Will Help You Succeed

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop a diverse production team
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot production and equipment challenges
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly to changing production schedules
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and making sound operational decisions
• Ability to collaborate across departments and build positive working relationships
• Willingness to support cross-training and assist in other production areas as needed
• Basic mathematical, computer, and technical skills, with the ability to quickly learn new systems and processes
• A proactive, team-oriented approach with a focus on continuous improvement and employee development

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• This is a fully on-site position at our Dayton, OH manufacturing facility
• The role may require standing, walking, sitting, and performing other physical activities for extended periods
• Ability to occasionally lift or move materials and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds
• Requires close and distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with varying noise levels and potential exposure to heat, fumes, and chemicals
• Employees must follow all established safety procedures and use required PPE

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 4over provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and prohibits discrimination based on, race, color, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, military and veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under federal, state, or local laws.The Company complies with the applicable state and local laws governing employment discrimination in every location in which it has a facility. We reserve the right, however, to refuse to hire or continue the employment of undocumented workers. The Company is also committed to fulfilling its responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (as amended from time to time), including, when it does not present an undue hardship to the Company, reasonably accommodating the needs of our employees (or applicants) with a disability.