Production & Administrative Specialist

Cenveo is a leading North American manufacturer of envelopes with over 100 years of experience and approximately 30 billion envelopes manufactured annually. We are seeking an experienced Production/Administrative Specialist for our envelope manufacturing facility in Chicago, IL.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years /relevant experience preferably in complex Plant Operations with relevant/applicable experience in a manufacturing environment. 

Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, Cenveo provides competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Job Summary

Under close supervision and guidance, provides advanced support in coordinating aspects of the manufacturing plant's production process, ensuring efficient workflow, meeting production targets, maintaining quality and safety standards, and assisting in logistics if needed by monitoring inventory and collaborating with different departments to optimize production operations within the facility.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
These are functions a qualified incumbent or applicant must be able to perform with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Act as a liaison between departments, ensuring clear communication and information sharing
• Identify areas for operational improvement and with proper approvals, assist in developing and implementing new procedures to streamline workflows.
• Assist in coordinating the movement of goods and services, including inventory management, delivery schedules, and vendor relationships
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends and areas for improvement
• Prepare operational reports for management, highlighting key metrics and insights
• Support project execution by managing timelines and task assignments
• Work with team leaders, managers, department heads to understand departmental needs/goals
• Ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements
• Observe, review, analyze processes to identify inefficiencies / areas of improvements
• Assist in identifying and resolving difficulties in the production process
• Maintain clear operational guides to ensure consistency of operations
• Provides coverage on the team as assigned / required
• Other duties as assigned and/or required     

Other (Non-Essential) Functions
Includes functions which are normally performed by persons holding this title. However, these functions may be reassigned to other employees as part of a "Reasonable Accommodation" under the ADA

• All other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements & Environmental Conditions

• Environment is typically general office, though the incumbent may spend short to medium periods in the manufacturing environments with exposure including but not limited to dust, dirt, high noise levels and variations in temperature.
• Occasional exposure to one or more unpleasant or hazardous conditions.
• Incumbent constantly required to hear, speak and articulate.
• Incumbent regularly required to stand, walk, use color vision, grasp, reach, use manual dexterity and sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Incumbent occasionally required to lift up to 25 lbs and carry.

Cenveo is an EEO Employer

• 7-10 years of experience in a lead/supervisory/ leadership role in a production environment
• Associate degree preferred but not required. Will consider experience in lieu of Associate degree
• Excellent computer skills: Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint / Other
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional disposition
• Ability to problem solve independently and implement solutions
• Flexibility based on the needs of the business
• Effectively exercise discretion and independent judgment
• Preferred familiarization with utilizing color vision for print/inspection purposes
• Flexo Graphic Printing experience is a plus
• Strong safety and quality background
• Excellent communication skills including written, verbal, presentation, and active listening skills
• Intermediate to advanced math skills including ability to read and calculate measurements
• Ability to effectively present information/ respond to questions -- management /customers/ employees