Associate Manager, Operations - M&D

Associate Operations Manager - M&D Gannett Publishing Services/USA TODAY CO Des Moines, IA   The Associate Operations Manager is responsible for day-to-day management of all Pressroom functions to support efficient production operations to achieve and maintain on-time production, product quality standards, low waste, and operational safety.   Pressroom Tasks Responsible for adhering to an annual budget including monthly/quarterly financial performance (expense and revenue estimates) and reporting compliance and meeting productivity and financial goals. Responsible for managing staff including hiring, scheduling, training, performance, development and handling employee related issues. Responsible for production scheduling. Responsible for maintaining the day-to-day operations of the pressroom to ensure quality reproduction and minimum waste through planning and practical implementation of processes. Responsible for equipment maintenance and repair Responsible for daily reporting of press and pre-press operations as well as responsible for daily data entry into web portal. Responsible for managing staff including conducting performance evaluations, training and handling employee related issues. Safety Always work in a safe manner and consistently utilize required safety equipment to promote top-of-mind safety awareness: Maintain a clean and safe work environment.  Assist in leading safety compliance within the department including accident investigations and follow up. Complete required annual OSHA safety training programs. Report work related injuries to insurance carrier. Ensure all machine safety-guards are installed, functioning properly, and in use. Immediately report any operational concerns, potential safety hazards and all accidents/injuries and near misses to press manager. Communications Provide timely & accurate reports and information to the operations team Responsible for communication regarding equipment repairs and/or consumable materials. Communicate scheduling needs to press management and supervisors Other duties as assigned