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Madison Daily Leader Production Manager in Madison, SD [1]

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Date: 2024-01

Production Manager needed in Madison, South Dakota

The Madison Daily Leader and Leader Printing, a division of Wick Communications Co., has an opening for production manager for its printing plant operation, which includes a 5-day a week press schedule including a daily, a shopper, special sections and approximately 40 other commercial print customers.

We are seeking a hands-on manager to lead and manage people. You will be responsible for all aspects of the department, including pre-press operations, press – both a web leader quad unit newspaper press as well as a Heidelberg sheet fed press and mailroom/bindery. Must have minimum of 5 years of management experience in a prepress/press production setting and must be a proficient press operator. Knowledge of CtP is important as is knowledge of Mac and PC platforms. Knowledge of InDesign would be a plus.

The successful candidate will have a working knowledge of web offset printing, sheet fed printing and press maintenance, and a well versed understanding of the plate process. You must also understand purchasing practices, be able to set up effective inventory control procedures and be able to plan and implement a department budget.

We are looking for someone able to work well in a team environment with a commitment to quality printing. In return, we offer a competitive salary that includes a health insurance plan, a company matching 401(k) program and a good working environment as a part of our outstanding management team.

Please email resume, including salary expectations to Paul Hunting at [email protected] Please include references.

Wick Communications Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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