Let Us Power Your Potential
Taylor Corporation is a dynamic, diversified company with big plans for the future ― and your career. We power our employees’ potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. If you’re ready for something bigger ― more challenge, more variety, more pathways for professional growth ― we should talk. We’re passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we’re looking for people like you.
Ready to reach your potential? It’s time to look at Taylor.
Your Opportunity: Venture Solutions is looking for a Production Manager to lead and support a team of lettershop production employees. In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll help oversee daily operations on the production floor, ensuring that work moves efficiently, safely, and with a strong focus on quality. You'll be responsible for maintaining production rates, coaching your team, and driving a culture of safety and continuous improvement—while also keeping accurate records and tracking performance metrics.
Your Responsibilities:
Provide leadership and day-to-day direction to Production Supervisors across all shifts in a fast-paced, quick-turn environment
Oversee daily operations including scheduling, productivity tracking, quality checks, and solving process-related issues
Ensure a safe, efficient floor—monitoring safety protocols, throughput, and service level agreements (SLAs)
Align Supervisors around shared goals and drive consistent execution across departments
Manage staffing levels across imaging, inserting, and print equipment based on job needs, ensuring accuracy to job tickets and meeting quality and throughput targets
Review labor hours and verify payroll report accuracy
Oversee employee training and cross-training, conduct performance evaluations, and initiate disciplinary processes when needed
Balance quality, productivity, safety, and morale to drive results across all areas
Lead continuous improvement efforts, encouraging teams to exceed expectations and raise performance standards
Foster strong employee relations, provide ongoing coaching and development, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
Enforce health and safety policies by monitoring compliance, conducting preliminary accident investigations, and taking corrective action when needed
Conduct workplace inspections and support lean improvement initiatives to maintain a clean, organized production floor
Take on additional duties as assigned by the Director of Operation
You Must Have:
At least 3 years of supervisory experience in a Digital Print & Mail production environment
Experience working with diverse teams; bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus
A strong sense of accountability and a focus on delivering results—for yourself and your team
Proven ability to succeed in a fast-paced, constantly changing production environment
Solid skills in problem solving, project management, multitasking, and prioritizing work
Strong attention to detail and a reputation for being reliable, organized, and resourceful
Comfortable working independently as well as part of a team
Physically able to lift up to 40 pounds daily
Ability to sit, stand, walk, squat, kneel, crouch, grasp, lift, talk, and hear as part of the role
We Would Also Prefer:
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, operations, or a related field
Prior experience managing teams in a print, packaging, or direct mail environment
Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles or Six Sigma methodology
Working knowledge of digital print workflows, inserting equipment, and finishing processes
Experience with job ticketing systems, MIS software, or production scheduling tools
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for reporting and planning
Strong working knowledge of safety regulations and compliance requirements in a production setting
Ability to lead cross-functional teams or coordinate with upstream/downstream departments
A track record of leading process improvement or cost-saving initiatives
The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $97,000 - $120,000. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The range listed is just one component of Taylor Corporation’s total compensation and benefits package for employee.
About Taylor Corporation
One of the top five graphics communications companies in North America, Taylor’s family of companies provide a diverse set of products, services, and technologies addressing the toughest communication challenges. For 45 years, Taylor has been a premier provider of powerful and innovative products, services, and expertise for individuals, businesses, and distributors large and small. Our 10,000+ employees spanning more than 25 states and nine countries work diligently to create the interactive, printing, and marketing solutions that have helped build some of the world’s more recognizable brands. Everything we do begins with identifying the unique priorities and needs of our customers and creating one-of-a-kind solutions. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including several health plans to choose from, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.
The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.