Since 1972, Alpine Packaging, Inc. has been committed to providing high-quality customized packaging , continuity in superior service, and customer satisfaction in an employee-friendly environment with the utmost integrity.
We are always looking for stellar talent.
All of Alpine’s employment positions are located in North Versailles, PA. The positions are not hybrid; employees must report to the office and plant Monday through Friday.
If you’d like to be a valuable addition to our team, please contact us through the Employment Application form on the right.
Production Manager – Printing & Packaging
The Production Manager oversees the end-to-end printing production process, ensuring the timely and cost-effective manufacturing of flexographic labels, digital labels, and flexible packaging while maintaining the highest quality standards. This role requires strong leadership, collaboration across multiple departments, and a commitment to process improvement, cost management, and quality assurance. Flexographic and Digital Background is required for this position!
Key Responsibilities
Production Oversight & Team Leadership
Supervise and lead a team of printing operators, finishers, and production staff.
Assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide training to maintain efficiency and quality.
Collaborate with the technical, finishing, customer service, graphic design, quality, inventory, and shipping teams to ensure seamless production workflows.
Planning & Scheduling
Develop production schedules and budgets to meet project deadlines and client expectations.
Support the Inventory Coordinator/Scheduler in managing stock levels for label materials, inks, and other essential supplies.
Quality Control & Compliance
Partner with the Quality Manager to oversee color standards, press checks, and material quality.
Ensure that all products meet internal and customer quality specifications.
Enforce safety protocols and regulatory compliance within the production environment.
Cost & Vendor Management
Track and analyze production costs, identifying areas for cost savings and process improvements.
Negotiate pricing and manage relationships with suppliers and vendors to procure label stocks, inks, tooling, and related materials.
Work with vendors to develop new components that improve production efficiency.
Process Improvement & Equipment Maintenance
Analyze workflows and implement improvements to optimize efficiency and reduce waste.
Coordinate routine maintenance and preventive care for printing presses and finishing equipment.
Customer Communication & Reporting
Work with sales and customer service teams to understand client requirements and communicate production timelines.
Provide regular production reports , including key performance indicators (KPIs) such as production volume, scrap rates, and efficiency metrics.
Skills & Qualifications — Flexographic and Digital Background is required for this position!
Strong project management and purchasing skills.
Ability to maintain production schedules and budgets effectively.
Knowledge of printing industry trends, technologies, and materials .
Experience with color matching, tooling, and flexographic or digital printing processes .
Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production management software .
Attention to detail and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks .
All of Alpine’s employment positions are located in North Versailles, PA. The positions are not hybrid; employees must report to the office and plant Monday through Friday.
This role is ideal for a highly organized professional with experience in print production management who wants to drive operational excellence in a fast-paced custom label and packaging manufacturing environment.
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