Printing Manager at Bagco Nigeria

JOB PURPOSE

To lead and optimize all printing operations across W&H and Bobst Rotogravure printing lines, ensuring safety, quality, productivity, cost efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and coordinate production on Windmüller & Hölscher (W&H) 9-Colour presses, Bobst Rotomec 9-Colour Gravure presses, and Cerruti Gravure presses to meet production schedules.
• Ensure print quality excellence by driving colour consistency, print registration accuracy
• and defect reduction across all printing platforms.
• Optimize machine performance through monitoring of OEE, speed utilization, downtime reduction, waste control and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Develop and coach Printing Supervisors, Lead Operators and Operators on machine operation, troubleshooting and best manufacturing practices.
• Collaborate with Engineering, QA, Planning, Cylinder Preparation and Ink Kitchen teams to ensure seamless execution of printing operations and continuous improvement.

REQUIREMENTS

• B.Sc/HND in Printing Technology Polymer Technology Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum of 7 years printing experience in flexible packaging with at least 3 years managing WSH and Bobst Rotogravure printing operations
• Strong knowledge of colour
• rotogravure printing processes, OEE improvement, weste reduction and team leadership
• Excellent organizational, planning and communication

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Result oriented with a focus on continuous improvement
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in MS Office and reporting tools