Flexible Pouch/Sleeve Supervisor

Job Summary

The Flexible Pouch/Sleeve Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the flexible pouch and roll material department, ensuring efficient production, adherence to schedules, and consistent quality standards. This role involves managing staff, coordinating maintenance efforts, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Role

As the Flexible Pouch/Sleeve Supervisor, you are accountable for meeting the department production, customer service and quality goals, as well as playing a key role in meeting the company wide profitability and customer satisfaction goals:

• Guarantee satisfaction and value for our customers.
• Contribute to a work environment that fosters pride in being part of a winning team and promotes personal growth.
• Maintain personal productivity and quality standards that make possible attractive financial returns so that the company may continue to provide excellent service to our customers and ensure job security and career growth for our staff.
• Maintain a positive department attitude
  
  

Responsibilities And Duties

General and Administrative

• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor that reflects the company’s commitment to quality, continuous improvement and respect for individuals.
• Supervise daily activities in the flexible pouch and pressure sensitive department, coordinating production to meet schedules and customer requirements.
• Manage production schedules, ensuring timely job completions and optimizing workflow across the pressroom.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and industry standards.
  
  

Production Operations

• Coordinate and track production activities and schedules, ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget
• Communicate project status to stakeholders and escalate issues as needed
• Assist in the preparation of production reports, including status reports, production schedules, and project budgets
• Participate in production meetings to discuss project status, identify issues, and propose solutions
• Monitor print quality and perform inspections to ensure adherence to established quality standards.
• Address any quality issues promptly, making necessary adjustments to minimize waste and downtime.
• Collaborate with the Prepress department to ensure accurate setups and color matching.
• Coordinate routine maintenance and repairs for all press and pouch equipment, liaising with vendors and maintenance staff.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and minimize disruptions by coordinating timely repair services.
• Track and report on equipment performance, suggesting improvements or replacements as needed.
• Schedule, train, and manage flexible pouch department employees to ensure they are skilled and meet production and quality expectations.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to support professional development.
• Facilitate ongoing training programs on new equipment, safety protocols, and process improvements.
• Oversee inventory management for flexible pouch and pressure sensitive materials, including ink, rolls, zippers, tooling, dies, and other supplies.
• Collaborate with the procurement team to manage inventory levels and ensure production needs are met.
• Enforce safety guidelines and ensure a safe working environment, regularly reviewing safety protocols with the team.
• Conduct safety inspections and report any hazards to the Operations Manager, HR, or the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC).
• Ensure compliance with company and regulatory safety standards, including OSHA, to maintain a zero-incident environment.
• Analyze performance metrics and implement strategies to improve productivity, reduce waste, and control costs.
• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance department efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Stay informed about industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices to optimize pressroom operations.
• Collaborate with Production, Prepress, and Quality Control teams to coordinate job priorities and resolve production challenges.
• Communicate effectively with the Scheduler to manage workflow and minimize bottlenecks
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Diploma or Bachelor's degree program in Print, Graphic Communications, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of all facets of print production which include but not limited to Digital Printing Press, Pressure Sensitive Labels, Pouch Structure Construction and Pouch converting
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams with tactfulness and professionalism.
• Strong mathematical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.