Printing / Packaging Manager

About Nassau Candy Nassau Candy is a leading manufacturer and distributor of specialty confections, fine foods, and promotional products with a national footprint. Through divisions such as NC Custom, Chocolate Inn, AmuseMints®, and Lanco, we partner with top brands and customers to deliver high-quality, customized solutions at scale. As a family-owned business, we combine entrepreneurial agility with operational excellence—continuing to invest in our people, processes, and technology to support long-term growth. Position Overview We are seeking a hands-on Printing & Packaging Manager to lead high-volume production across digital printing, packaging, and fulfillment operations. This role is responsible for driving throughput, improving efficiency, and ensuring on-time delivery across all print, bagging, and finishing functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong presence on the production floor and a track record of identifying bottlenecks, optimizing workflows, and scaling operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Own end-to-end print and pack operations, from production through final shipment Drive daily output across digital, pad, edible, and direct printing platforms (including HP Indigo 6K or similar) Oversee bagging, packing, and finishing operations with a focus on throughput and accuracy Align printing capacity with downstream packaging and fulfillment capabilities Process Improvement & Efficiency Identify and eliminate production bottlenecks, particularly in bagging and material flow Optimize floor layouts, staging processes, and material handling strategies Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity and reduce waste Data & Performance Management Track KPIs including output, labor efficiency, downtime, and on-time delivery Utilize Excel (pivot tables, reporting tools) to analyze trends and improve performance Establish clear accountability metrics across production teams Team Leadership & Development Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and production staff Build a culture of accountability, urgency, and continuous improvement Partner with HR on staffing, training, and performance management Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Operations, Planning, Customer Service, and Sales teams Ensure alignment between production schedules and customer commitments Equipment, Safety & Compliance Oversee performance and maintenance of printing and finishing equipment Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards Qualifications 5+ years of experience in print production, packaging, fulfillment, or high-volume manufacturing Strong understanding of digital printing and finishing operations Proven ability to improve throughput and operational efficiency Hands-on leadership style with a strong floor presence Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data-driven decision making Experience with bagging, packing, or fulfillment operations preferred Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment What We Offer Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives Comprehensive benefits package 401(k) with company match Opportunity to make a direct impact in a growing, family-owned organization Collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on execution and results Join Our Team If you are a driven operations leader who thrives on improving processes, leading teams, and delivering results—we encourage you to apply and be part of Nassau Candy’s continued growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nassau Candy Distributors, Inc.