Packaging Production Manager

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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Summary:
Join Millennium Print Group as a Manager, Packaging Production
We're seeking an experiencedManager, Packaging Production to lead and optimize our Packaging department. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence through strong leadership, efficient planning, and disciplined execution while ensuring safety, quality, cost, and delivery standards are consistently achieved. If you're passionate about manufacturing leadership, continuous improvement, and building high-performing teams, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

Location: Raleigh, NC
Schedule: Full-time | Onsite
Pay & Benefits: Competitive salary + bonus eligibility + full benefits package

• Lead, plan, and execute department goals, metrics, and operational initiatives
• Manage staffing, resources, and workflows to meet business and customer demands
• Drive operational efficiencies, productivity, throughput, and cost control
• Partner with senior leadership to assess performance drivers and improvement opportunities
• Ensure production schedules, quality standards, and on-time delivery commitments are met
• Oversee continuous improvement, preventative maintenance coordination, and waste reduction
• Promote a strong culture of safety, security, and compliance across packaging operations
• Develop, coach, and mentor leaders and team members to build high-performing teams

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• 4+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, preferably in packaging or printing environments
• Strong knowledge of packaging production processes, equipment, and operational workflows
• Experience managing budgets, productivity targets, and departmental KPIs
• Familiarity with ISO, OSHA, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Dedicated to Quality and Safety: Ensure packaging operations meet or exceed safety, quality, and compliance standards
• Challenging the Expected: Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency initiatives
• Building Relationships: Collaborate effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams
• Integrity and Respect: Lead with accountability, transparency, and professionalism

Millennium Print Group, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company International, is the largest trading card printer in the world. We offer competitive pay, career growth, and the opportunity to work with premium global brands in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Apply today and be part of the magic behind the cards.

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