Inplant Manager (Print/Ink Manager) Position Available In Caddo, Louisiana

Inplant Manager (Print/Ink Manager) 2.4 2.4 out of 5 stars 1 Nathan Sedley Rd, Shreveport, LA 71115 Ronpak is a nationally renowned manufacturer of carry out paper bags, portion control bags and food wraps with a huge range of choices. Founded in 1947, the company is a solid supplier with continuous, stable ownership. Ronpak has the most advanced production and distribution platforms in the custom printed packaging industry today. Ronpak has an excellent opportunity for an Inplant Manager (Print/Ink Manager) at our Shreveport, LA plant. The Inplant Manager directs, coordinates, and plans the activities of the Ink Technicians. Communicates and trains on operational procedures to all Ronpak Ink Techs, assuring they are understood and implemented when applicable. Provides continued operational support and conducts Inplant quality audits.

Essential Job Functions:

Technical Possesses a mental and physical knowledge of all activities being supervised as well as printing operations. Assigns responsibilities for specific work on functional activities to ink technicians and its scheduling in conjunction with plant and customer requirements.

Functions include:

technical service, color matching, manufacture of batches under 100 pounds, QC of incoming and on-site manufactured batches, inventory management and housekeeping, record keeping, purchasing and other duties as required. Understands principles and practical functions of laboratory and production equipment and instruments and operates laboratory equipment and instruments where appropriate. Assists ink technicians in responding to customer needs with suggestions, based on his/her knowledge of the characteristics of inks and the substrate, on how to run a specific job, and assure that the suggested procedures are implemented. Oversees the inventory management to ensure that proper inventory levels are maintained in relation to customer needs and asset management guidelines. Provides written documentation on Inventory turn over. Quality Develops a “quality-consciousness and pride-in-quality” attitude within all ink technicians. Assures that ink technicians apply quality standards and control procedures to ensure products meet customer specifications and expectations. Spoilage Control (Workoff) Takes action to ensure that the most economical methods are utilized for reclaiming or disposing of workoff or obsolete colors. Cost Control Develops in the ink technician, a realization of the effect their individual function has on operating costs and a “cost-consciousness.” Efficiently and effectively utilizes work force and resources. Personnel and Other Applies Company employee relation policies and procedures in all contacts with personnel. Responsible for adherence to the Ronpak Employee Handbook and Ronpak’s Standards of Conduct. Responsible for the direct or indirect training of employees on the equipment they will be using. Initiates or suggest plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals. Follows all safety and environmental guidelines, regulations and policies and promotes their observance. Must be committed to a high standard of Environment, Health & Safety practices and be willing and able to comply with all EHS laws and all of the employer’s EHS policies and rules and must be willing to report EHS violations and potential EHS violations to appropriate supervisory or management personnel. This may include participation in company EHS programs such as safety committees & required environmental regulatory plans. It is the responsibility of all Ronpak employees to adhere to the guidelines established in the Ronpak Quality Management System. Work area and environment will be maintained according to the 5S guidelines and the 5S Best Practices at the respective facilities. Responsible for reporting issues related to Food Packaging safety or quality. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

High school graduate, college degree preferred.

Preferred:

Level 1 & 2 ISTM training or equivalent.

Experience:

At least 2 to 5 years in ink industry, 1 to 3 years supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES

Computer skills. Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined in the employer’s sole discretion.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Physical Demands of the

Job:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to travel by plane.

Work Environment:

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Benefits:

Generous paid vacation and paid sick days. 11 Paid Holidays. Group health, dental, life and disability. 401k after 1 year. #urgentlyhiring

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$65,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching

Schedule:

Day shift

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

ink industry: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Level 1 & 2 ISTM Training or equivalent (Required)

Work Location:

In person