Do you want to work for a company where your co-workers are co-owners? We are 100% employee owned! At The Bernard Group, we work to wow. As a visual merchandising company leading the retail industry in design and production, we come together as a team to win big for some of the most successful brands in the world. Since we’re an employee-owned company, we don’t just list our values, we live them, providing the highest-quality products and services day in and day out. And we do it all with sustainable materials carefully sourced from eco-friendly partners that support social change and community involvement.

We are looking for a Director of Print Production to join our Small Format team. In this role, you will ensure the efficient and effective functional management of operations occurs on the production floor as it relates to the creation of banners, point of sale displays, and other printed materials in accordance to the specifications noted on the job ticket within the parameters, colors, and material stock as defined. The Director of Print Production’s role is responsible for resolving elevated customer issues as it relates to the timely completion of the printed materials within the quality standards specified, elevated vendor issues as it relates to the timeliness and quality and costs of material received, and is expected to focus on cost control and labor productivity to maximize TBG’s profitability. This role is also expected to keep abreast of new technology as it relates to new cutting and printing device while ensuring all activities are completed in accordance with ISO standards 14001, Environmental Management System, and collaborates and partners with other areas of the production area in addition to project management and account management supporting TBG’s clients.

A variety of these traits will help land you this job. If you have:

• a Bachelor’s degree in Commercial Art or related field or 8+ years of equivalent work experience with a two-year technical or trade school diploma
• 5 or more years of relevant management experience working in print production n a high, volume manufacturing environment

On top of that you must:

• make the right call with quality decisions, good judgment and keen problem-solving skills in determining better, more efficient work flows with the same high-quality standard
• drive results, take initiative and be action-oriented by applying time management and self-management skills every day in order to meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude
• be accountable and take ownership of work commitments in meeting clients’ expectations and timelines
• collaborate and embrace the “Art of the Team” by working with coworkers in order to get the work done on-time and within budget
• have a passion for excellence and drive for quality in all that the team produces

In this position, you will:

• lead, mentor, coach, and directs production leaders to meet TBG’s customers’ requirements and expectations around quality, standards and SOP’s, efficiencies, and timelines.
• achieve a high level of employee efficiency, engagement, and morale through leadership and the use of sound management relative to handling personnel issues/concerns specific to the employees’ work environment.
• ensure TBG’s safety standards and protocols are met in accordance with policy and OSHA.
• collaborate with master schedulers and planners to ensure proper resources are available to meet the customers’ expected schedules.
• ensure all staff within the production (print) area are trained on the proper use of the equipment and have the opportunity to learn additional responsibilities as needed.
• work with Production Managers and Production Leads in overseeing the proper recording of labor hours and costs, reviews variances, and discusses the impact variances have on the Cost of Goods Sold and gross margin of TBG’s income statement.
• maintain an inventory system of all pressrooms related materials and supplies and reviews periodic audit results to the perpetual inventory system noting variances and determining root cause.
• communicate regularly with other departmental Directors and staff regarding departmental issues, procedural changes, company/departmental goals & results, etc.
• keeps abreast of technical developments that may affect press efficiency and profitability.
• advise other business unit staff members (e.g. Sales, Estimators, Schedulers), as part of a cross-functional team, on the capabilities of the production area and current capacity of the pressroom.
• champion and creatively implements continuous improvement techniques and manufacturing best practices to increase production efficiency at the lowest cost possible while simultaneously driving uncompromising product quality and employee satisfaction.
• maintain a preventative maintenance schedule to ensure all equipment is at its peak performance. With this address any concerns with maintenance and the staff to help resolve any issues that come up between preventative care.
• perform miscellaneous projects and complete various tasks as requested by others in management.

To get hired at The Bernard Group, you MUST be:

• able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills including, demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization
• willing to admit when you make a mistake (it happens to the best of us)
• fiercely loyal to both our customers and teams
• trustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along with
• enthusiastic and eager to take on new challenges
• adaptable and willing to wear whatever hat gets the job done

TBG Overview:

• We're a 800-person visual merchandising company
• We are 100% employee-owned
• We offer a generous paid time off benefit that increases with tenure
• This is a full-time position in Chanhassen, MN

The Art of Teams at TBG:
We came to understand how small teams of top talent with the right chemistry will consistently outperform a centralized production process. We put a great amount of energy into building individual teams to handle the speed and details of retail. It’s the difference between average and being a world class service provider.

If you have the talent to do this job, a passion for excellence and are interested in joining the TBG team, please complete the form on this page.

Thanks!
The Bernard Group, Inc.