Supervisor - Plant Services Print Production

Position Title:

Supervisor - Plant Services Print Production

Job Group:

Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Four years experience excluding apprenticeship in the applicable craft, trade or plant service supervised; or the equivalent combination of directly related education and experience. • Must possess and maintain a current valid drivers license.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a traditional print production environment
Supervisory and/or management experience in a manufacturing/production environment
Digital print/press operation experience
Experience in a wide format print production environment

Job Description:

Are you looking for a position that offers excellent work-life balance along with Monday-Friday, daytime hours? Do you enjoy working in fast-paced environments?

Printing Services at Iowa State University is currently seeking candidates for a Supervisor - Plant Services - 112!

This individual will supervise the print production team within Printing Services. They will direct the production print output unit (Press Operators) along with acting as a "working supervisor" for the area. The ideal candidate will have skills and knowledge in traditional print production and wide format print production, with inkjet print technology or toner/laser print technology. Examples of equipment include mid-level color toner/laser printers, a state-of-the-art production inkjet press, wide format roll and flatbed inkjet printers and CNC cutter/router. This person will also coordinate workflow with the supervisor in finishing and mailing area, while also serving as a backup to that role on occasion.

This individual will report directly to the Manager Printing Services (Production Manager).

Under general supervision, provides supervision for assigned employees at a centralized or decentralized work location.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
• Controls the work unit in establishing work schedules, assigning or reassigning duties, effecting transfers, and approving leave and overtime.
• Maintains accurate records, including time records, work schedules, and charges.
• Verifies and approves materials requisitioned by employees.
• Reviews and checks performance of assigned personnel in order to maintain high standards of service and workmanship.
• Interviews and effectively recommends hiring.
• Evaluates employee performance and effectively recommends disciplinary actions, promotions, merit increases, and termination.
• Trains and orients new employees; may conduct formal training.
• Reviews and keeps informed of new developments and techniques within area.
• Assist in preparing job cost estimates.
• Serves as first step in grievance procedure.
• Maintains and enforces prescribed safety standards.
• Performs the duties and responsibilities of the craft supervised as required and in emergency situations.
• Monitors equipment maintenance schedules and assigns maintenance when required.
• Orders repairs and parts when necessary.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to establish goals, schedule work, set deadlines for total accomplishment for self and subordinates.
• Ability to measure and evaluate employee performance and conduct reviews.
• Ability to interpret and explain policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of appropriate interviewing techniques.
• Knowledge of and ability to enforce safety standards.
• Ability to accurately maintain a system of records.
• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques used in the trade supervised.
• Knowledge of building costs.
• Knowledge of purchasing policies and procurement practices.
• Ability to prepare cost estimates and specifications for facilities, equipment, materials, and repairs.
• Ability to communicate and interact with outside organizations and agencies such as municipal and state agencies and numerous private sectors.
• Knowledge of personnel policies and procedures.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

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