Operations Manager - Gravure and Flexographic Printing

Job Highlights Our cutting-edge technology makes the labels and packaging for the world's biggest and most famous brands right here in Sioux Falls, SD! 1209 West Bailey Street Sioux Falls, SD 57104 Who is CCL Label Food and Beverage A global supply chain leader and specialty packaging pioneer, CCL is the largest label company in the world and provides innovative premium packaging solutions to the Home & Personal Care, Premium Food & Beverage, Healthcare & Specialty, Automotive & Durables and Consumer markets worldwide. CCL Label is the world's largest converter of pressure sensitive and extruded film materials for decorative, functional and information labels. What do we do We begin with Innovation. We specialize in making the labeling and packaging that helps you choose the best products every day. A variety of decoration technologies exist at CCL including digital, screen, offset, flexo, and rotogravure printing. We also utilize combination presses that can combine the different printing technologies and run them together with cold and hot foil. CCL has state-of-the-art finishing equipment in place to supply labels that live up to, and even exceed, customers' expectations. Included are process parameters like the reel winding and slitting tolerances. Material and/or printing defects can be detected by automatic camera inspection systems and are easily eliminated by the operators. Pressure Sensitive Labels Shrink Sleeves Sustainability Labels Special Effects Labels Premium Food and Beverage Home Care & Laundry Beauty & Personal Care Join the team at CCL Label Food and Beverage Sioux Falls We are looking for an energetic candidate for a leadership role as Operations Manager. What we offer We have an extensive benefits package that includes vacation and paid personal off, health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) match up to 8%, company-paid life insurance and disability insurance, employee assistance program, flexible spending account, and tuition reimbursement. Job Summary & Requirements We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead daily production across our gravure and flexographic printing departments. This role oversees people, processes, equipment, and workflow to ensure safe, efficient, high-quality output that meets customer expectations. The ideal candidate brings strong technical knowledge of both print technologies and a proven ability to drive performance, reduce waste, and develop high-performing teams. Production Leadership Direct daily operations for gravure and flexo presses, ensuring schedules, staffing, and materials align with production goals. Coordinate with planning, prepress, cylinder engraving, plate mounting, ink/solvent rooms, and finishing teams. Monitor run speeds, changeover times, waste levels, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) for both technologies. Troubleshoot issues related: Gravure: cylinders, cell volume, drying systems, registration. Flexo: anilox rolls, plate wear, impression settings, doctor blades, ink transfer. Quality & Process Control Ensure compliance with internal quality standards, customer specifications, and ISO/GMP requirements. Oversee color management, ink viscosity control, and print consistency for both gravure and flexo. Lead root-cause analysis (RCA) for defects such as: Gravure: streaking, hazing, pinholes, color variation. Flexo: dirty print, haloing, dot gain, chatter, banding. Maintain documentation for audits, certifications, and customer approvals. People Management Lead, train, and develop press operators, helpers, plate mounters, and support staff. Manage staffing levels, shift assignments, and cross‑training between gravure and flexo teams. Conduct performance reviews and enforce safety and operational policies. Safety & Compliance Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and company safety standards. Oversee safe handling of inks, solvents, plates, cylinders, and high‑speed equipment. Lead safety audits, incident investigations, and continuous improvement in safety culture. Equipment & Maintenance Partner with maintenance teams to schedule preventive maintenance for gravure and flexo presses. Monitor condition of: Gravure: cylinders, drying systems, tension control. Flexo: anilox rolls, plate cylinders, doctor blade chambers, UV curing systems. Recommend equipment upgrades or replacements to improve efficiency and print quality. Materials & Inventory Oversee inventory of inks, solvents, substrates, cylinders, plates, anilox rolls, and consumables. Work with procurement to ensure timely availability of materials. Reduce waste through improved setup, ink management, and process optimization. Customer & Cross‑Functional Collaboration Work with customer service and sales teams to support new product trials, press approvals, and technical discussions. Participate in customer audits and provide technical expertise on gravure and flexo capabilities. Support R&D and product development for new substrates, coatings, ink systems, and print technologies. Skills & Qualifications Required 5+ years of experience in gravure, flexographic, or related printing operations, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role. Strong technical understanding of: Gravure: cylinders, cell volume, drying systems, ink transfer, tension control. Flexo: anilox rolls, plate mounting, doctor blade systems, impression settings, UV/IR curing. Proven ability to manage production metrics (OEE, waste %, downtime, throughput). Experience with color management, ink viscosity control, and print quality troubleshooting. Strong leadership skills with experience training and developing teams. Working knowledge of Lean/CI methodologies. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision‑making abilities. Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment with tight deadlines. #J-18808-Ljbffr