Join the Leader in Trading Card Manufacturing
At Millennium Print Group (MPG), a proud subsidiary of The Pokémon Company International, we're on a mission to be the world's leading manufacturer of trading card games and collectibles. Based in North Carolina's vibrant Research Triangle Park and Piedmont Triad regions, we're at the heart of innovation in this fast-growing industry.
Since our founding in 2014, our dedicated team has built a world-class operation known for exceptional quality, customer focus, and market agility. Specializing in trading and collectible cards, we offer a unique range of services that set us apart.
Our commitment to excellence has fueled rapid growth — we've nearly tripled in size since 2019 — and we're just getting started.
Come be part of a forward-thinking, high-performing team that's shaping the future of collectible printing. At MPG, your work makes an impact.
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We're looking for a Slitter Line Lead to join our team in Durham, NC. If you're passionate about manufacturing leadership, team development, quality production, and continuous improvement, this is your opportunity to help produce premium trading card products enjoyed by fans around the world.
Location: Durham, NC
Schedule: Full-Time | Onsite 7am-7pm (2,2,3,2 shift rotation)
FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt
Pay & Benefits: Competitive hourly pay + comprehensive benefits package
The Slitter Line Lead provides day-to-day leadership, guidance, and support for Slitter production operations while ensuring safety, quality, security, and production standards are achieved.
This hands-on leadership role works closely with operators, supervisors, and support teams to drive productivity, maintain quality standards, support employee development, and help ensure customer requirements are met. The ideal candidate combines technical manufacturing experience with strong leadership and problem-solving abilities.
- Lead and support daily activities of Slitter production team members.
- Mentor, train, and support new and existing operators to promote operational excellence.
- Assist with onboarding and development of production personnel.
- Monitor production activities to ensure quality, productivity, and efficiency goals are achieved.
- Troubleshoot common production issues and support machine adjustments when required.
- Escalate complex issues appropriately to minimize downtime and maintain workflow.
- Review and communicate production priorities and job requirements.
- Ensure team members follow job jacket specifications, work instructions, and quality requirements.
- Collaborate with Quality, Training, and Operations teams to maintain production standards.
- Support performance improvement initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
- Assist with attendance tracking, staffing coordination, and operational documentation.
- Promote and enforce safety procedures, housekeeping standards, and company policies.
- Support compliance with ISO requirements, QMS procedures, and security protocols.
- Help maintain a positive, productive, and team-focused work environment.
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- 4+ years of manufacturing, production, printing, converting, or industrial experience.
- Previous lead or team leadership experience preferred.
- Experience working within an ISO 9001 environment is highly desirable.
- Strong leadership and coaching skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Effective problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
- Strong organizational and planning skills.
- Experience using production systems and Management Information Systems (MIS).
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Basic mathematical aptitude.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Help deliver world-class trading card products by supporting quality-focused and efficient production operations.
Maintain a strong commitment to safety, quality, compliance, and operational excellence.
Create positive working relationships with team members, supervisors, and cross-functional partners.
Lead with professionalism, accountability, and respect while fostering a positive workplace culture.
Drive continuous improvement through proactive problem-solving, employee development, and operational efficiency.
Millennium Print Group, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company International, is the largest trading card printer in the world. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the opportunity to work on products enjoyed by millions of fans worldwide.
- Competitive Compensation
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Career Development Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Programs
Join the team behind some of the world's most iconic trading card products and take the next step in your manufacturing leadership career.
Apply today and be part of the magic behind the cards.
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MPG offers a leading-edge compensation package which includes the following:
- A highly competitive compensation "above the industry" commensurate with experience which includes an annual incentive bonus plan
- 100% Employer-paid medical, dental base plan, vision, life/AD&D, and short-term and long-term disability, while subsidizing premiums for medical, dental, and vision for employee dependents
- 401(k) Plan with up to a 6% (dollar for dollar) Employer match
- Health Savings/Flexible Spending Account options
- Paid time off, including 10 company-paid holidays, plus 1 floating holiday
- Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive relocation package available for qualified candidates
- And, much more!
Millennium Print Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The duties and responsibilities described above are essential functions of the job. The following qualifications are representative of the knowledge, skills, and or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
