emergiTEL is hiring a Printing Manager for our client in the Packaging / Manufacturing industry. This is a Permanent role.
Compensation: $80,000 – $100,000/year + benefits
Location: Mississauga, ON

Job Description (English)
The Printing Manager is responsible for leading all printing operations within a food-grade packaging facility, ensuring production targets are achieved through strong technical oversight, equipment performance management, and effective leadership of a unionized workforce.

Core Competencies

• Technical expertise in printing processes
• Problem solving and root cause analysis
• Regulatory compliance
• Leadership and people development
• Project and change management
• Quality assurance and continuous improvement

Key Responsibilities

Technical Operations and Print Process Management

• Oversee daily printing press operations to ensure efficiency, quality, and safety
• Lead problem-solving activities and implement corrective actions
• Manage print and plate approvals, print trials, and print quality standards
• Ensure equipment is maintained according to manufacturer specifications
• Monitor equipment performance and ensure targeted production speeds are achieved
• Maintain compliance with industry and customer print standards
• Track KPIs including waste, speeds, and make-ready performance
• Lead PDCA project activities, ensuring tasks are completed on time and within budget
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment through 5S practices
• Manage plate handling, verification, cleaning, and return processes
• Oversee material inputs and maintain appropriate stock levels

People Management and Training

• Provide daily supervision, coaching, and technical direction to unionized employees
• Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to all plant safety policies
• Support cross-training and certification programs to build operational flexibility
• Lead recruitment and onboarding for new printing department employees
• Manage employee training and certification programs

Quality Control and Continuous Improvement

• Monitor print quality and conduct root cause analysis for defects
• Implement corrective actions and maintain required documentation
• Standardize SOPs, quality checklists, production boards, and visual controls
• Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Partner with suppliers to resolve material issues and drive innovation

Minimum Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in printing management or supervision
• Lean Six Sigma or TPM knowledge considered an asset
• Maintenance background considered an asset
• Diploma or degree in Printing Technology, Graphic Communications, or a related field preferred
• Strong understanding of printing systems, ink systems, and substrates
• Working knowledge of GMP, SQF, HACCP, and printing standards
• Proven expertise in press troubleshooting, print quality control, and process improvement

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Vacancy Status / Statut du poste
This is an active position currently open for hiring. / Ce poste est activement ouvert au recrutement.

Use of Artificial Intelligence / Utilisation de l'intelligence artificielle
No artificial intelligence (AI) is used in the screening or selection process. All applications are reviewed by our recruitment team. / Aucune intelligence artificielle (IA) n'est utilisée dans le processus de présélection ou de sélection. Toutes les candidatures sont examinées par notre équipe de recrutement.

Equal Opportunity / Égalité des chances
emergiTEL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of background. Hiring decisions are based solely on skills, experience, and qualifications relevant to the role. / emergiTEL s'engage à créer un milieu de travail diversifié et inclusif. Nous accueillons les candidatures de toutes les personnes qualifiées, quel que soit leur parcours. Les décisions d'embauche sont basées uniquement sur les compétences, l'expérience et les qualifications pertinentes pour le poste.