Press Team Lead

About the Company:

At Japs-Olson (JO), we believe a career should be more than a job-it should be an opportunity to create a lasting impression. As a trusted leader in direct mail and commercial printing for over a century, JO is proud to be an employer of choice in the Twin Cities, empowering our team to solve problems creatively within a culture of collaboration and growth.

Whether you're a recent graduate eager to launch your career, seeking meaningful work that aligns with your values, or a seasoned professional ready to share your expertise, JO is a place where your contributions can make a difference. We offer competitive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and a commitment to work-life balance, all within a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to grow and succeed.

Join JO, where progress is celebrated, people are uplifted, and your ideas can make a difference every day.

Position Summary:

The Press Team Lead oversees night shift (6pm to 6am) press operations, ensuring safe, efficient production, high-quality output, and on-time delivery. This hands-on leadership role focuses on coaching and developing team members, driving performance, and maintaining alignment with Japs-Olson values. The Team Lead also partners cross-functionally to resolve issues, minimize downtime, and support continuous improvement across the department.


Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Lead night shift press operations to ensure safe, efficient production, high quality, and on-time delivery
• Provide hands-on leadership, coaching, and performance management to develop team members and drive engagement
• Set clear expectations, prioritize work, and hold team members accountable to production goals and JO values
• Monitor press performance through regular checks; troubleshoot production, equipment, and quality issues as they arise
• Ensure all work meets quality standards, including color accuracy, run specifications, and required documentation
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Customer Success, Warehouse, Quality, and other departments to resolve issues and minimize downtime
• Manage daily staffing, scheduling, and workflow to support production demands and coverage needs
• Oversee pressroom materials and supplies, coordinating with internal teams to prevent shortages and delays
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all company policies, procedures, and trainings
• Support hiring, onboarding, and ongoing development of pressroom employees
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying process gaps and supporting standard work and efficiency initiatives
• Communicate effectively across shifts, including shift turnover and participation in production and leadership meetings

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in the printing industry, preferably in a press environment
• 3-5 years of leadership experience with direct reports, including coaching and accountability
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills in a production setting
• Proven ability to lead, engage, and develop teams in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks, and adapt to changing production needs
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Hands-on, self-motivated leader with a customer-focused and collaborative approach
• Ability to support a 24/7 manufacturing environment, including nights and weekends as needed
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Printing (or related field) or equivalent experience
• Continuous Improvement experience or familiarity with CI tools preferred

Benefits:

• Affordable medical insurance plans
• Vision and dental insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
• 401(k) savings plan with company contributions
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Paid holidays and floating holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Company sponsored life insurance
• Short and long-term disability

JO is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.

Due to the nature of the manufacturing environment, Japs-Olson Company considers this position to be safety-sensitive position. All job offers are conditional based on satisfying a 9-panel drug screening and physical test in accordance with the Drug Testing in the Workplace Act.

The pay range listed reflects typical compensation based on market data, generally between the 25th and 75th percentile for similar roles. Where you land within that range depends on your experience, skills, and qualifications. Our recruiters will keep you in the loop throughout the process, so you know where you stand. We're committed to fair and open conversations every step of the way.