Pressroom Manager

Prairie Mountain Media, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group (MNG), is looking to hire an individual for a key role within the production team. You will play an essential role supporting the production team to ensure accurate fulfillment of print products. This candidate must be a team player who is looking to further enhance their professional growth and learn valuable strategic and leadership skills all while working with a great team.

MediaNews Group offers news reporting and third party advertising and marketing opportunities through its multi-platform products which include: web, mobile, tablet, and print. We are one of the largest media groups in the U.S., serving high-value audiences and connecting advertisers to the

What you will do:

Responsibilities include direction of press production crews, oversight and coordination of department production, and the overall quality of newspapers produced in our fast paced production environment. Leadership skills are essential in communicating to team members their productivity goals and facilitating safety training. The manager will be required to produce accurate and timely reports for production data and expenses related to print jobs and assist with scheduling.

What we are looking for:

5+ years’ experience operating offset newspaper presses

Manpower staffing & scheduling

Effective oral and written communication skills – must be able to communicate effectively within the department and with other departments

Service minded individual that works well with internal and external customers

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications

Troubleshooting instincts in all Pressroom areas

Responsible for newsprint inventory and monthly newsprint order

Leadership & general managing skills

Physically able to perform the essential functions of the job in a manufacturing/production environment.

What’s in it for you:

Employee Benefit options include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short and long-term disability, employee assistance program, health savings account, dependent care FSA & Commuter and wellness resources/support.

Time Off and all major holidays paid.

The annual salary range for this role is $65,000-$75,000. Exact compensation will be determined by the market a candidate lives in as well as skills and experience.

We are willing to offer a $1,000.00 sign on bonus and moving expenses.