Plant Operations Analyst

Print Operations AnalystAt the N2 Company, our vision is "to be the most respected franchise in the nation, to share stories that build community, and to provide meaningful work for our team".The N2 Company is America's leading publisher of community magazines. We're proud of our award-winning media brands – they reach millions of readers in nearly every state and help great businesses connect with ideal clients – but we're even more proud to provide supportive and fulfilling remote work opportunities for our people.About The RoleAs our new Print Operations Analyst, you'll work closely with print leadership to keep daily operations running smoothly, improve manufacturing processes, and maintain reliable equipment at our Irving print facility. In this hands-on, high-impact role, you'll turn production data into actionable improvements, coordinate maintenance workflows, and collaborate with shift teams to increase efficiency and maximize production output. You'll also have the opportunity to build your operational expertise and develop the skills needed to grow into future plant leadership opportunities.This is an in-person role. Interviews will be conducted via phone and on-site at our Print Facility in Irving, TX. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm CST. The salary for this position is $65,000-$70,000 annually, with opportunities for growth and advancement.The Role in ActionLead continuous improvement by updating SOPs, implementing 5S practices, and reducing production waste.Analyze equipment investments, inventory, and operating costs to identify savings and improve efficiency.Partner with IT and software teams to improve shop-floor systems, resolve technical issues, and support prepress automation.Manage CMMS data and collaborate with maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability and preventive maintenance.Monitor production workflows, resolve job delays, and prepare daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports.Conduct time-and-motion studies across production equipment to improve workflows and productivity.Perform monthly inventory counts and reconcile material records to maintain accurate stock levels.The Ideal Candidate2–4+ years of experience in manufacturing, commercial printing, industrial production, or supply chain logistics, or a relevant college degree.Experience using tools like Qlik, Power BI, or advanced Excel to analyze operational data, identify bottlenecks, and share insights.Experience with maintenance management systems, work orders, preventive maintenance, and equipment downtime tracking.Understand process improvement, including creating SOPs, mapping workflows, and applying 5S principles.Communicate clearly and confidently with production teams, maintenance staff, and plant leadership.Able to pass a background check and drug test to support a safe and productive workplace.Skills and Qualities That Set You ApartFamiliarity with commercial printing equipment, such as HP PageWide and Indigo presses, Hunkeler sheeters, or Muller Martini and Horizon binders.Experience reviewing machine error logs and equipment performance data using tools like HP PrintOS.Ability to analyze equipment investments, production costs, and inventory expenses to support business decisions.Knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma principles, including root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques.Eagerness to learn, take on new challenges, and grow into future plant leadership opportunities.Apply Today to Join Our Team!At The N2 Company, we believe attitude matters just as much as skills. Our team thrives in a culture built on trust, respect, and humility. We're proud to foster an emotionally healthy, collaborative environment where people genuinely enjoy working together and are passionate about their roles.We prioritize professional growth and consistently invest in the development of our team members, promoting from within whenever possible. While we take immense pride in the work we do, we believe our culture is what truly sets us apart.If you're looking for a supportive, drama-free workplace that values both excellence and kindness, we'd love to hear from you. (Brilliant jerks need not apply.)N2 is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, natural hairstyles, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), HIV / AIDs status (or other medical or health conditions), status as a victim of domestic violence, assault, or stalking, marital status, political affiliation, military service, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. N2 conforms to the spirit, as well as complies with, applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs. Consistent with these obligations, EEO also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices.