Manufacturing Process Specialist

Manufacturing Process Specialist (75–95K)We have a Manufacturing Process Specialist opportunity available with a well-established, employee-owned manufacturing company in the Syracuse, NY area.This 1st shift position is ideal for an experienced printing industry professional with strong technical expertise, mechanical troubleshooting abilities, and a passion for improving production efficiency and quality.Overview:Modern, State of the Art Printing and Manufacturing Equipment.Opportunity to Provide Technical Leadership, Training, and Continuous Improvement.Key duties will include:Provide hands on technical support and troubleshooting across manufacturing equipment and production processes.Oversee equipment changeovers, production quality, and operating speeds to maximize efficiency.Train, mentor, and develop production employees on manufacturing processes, equipment operation, and quality standards.Evaluate production issues, make quality-related decisions, and implement corrective actions.Support new equipment and process setups to ensure established production standards are achieved.Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles.Promote and enforce workplace safety, quality standards, and operating procedures.Experience:Extensive experience in flexographic and digital printing operations, preferably 15+ years.Strong knowledge of UV and water-based ink systems and printing equipment.Experience manufacturing pressure-sensitive labels, flexible packaging, shrink sleeves, cartons, or related printed products.Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on equipment and process troubleshooting experience.Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices.Proven ability to train, mentor, and provide technical direction to production employees.Strong communication, problem solving, and decision making skills.For immediate confidential consideration, submit your resume to: techjobs@hiresapphire.comSapphire Recruitment is an EOE