Summary/Objective The Operations Manager – Night Shift provides strategic, on-site leadership and management oversight for the night shift (5:30 PM – 5:30 AM) at the Mt. Pleasant facility.  While the role is dedicated to night shift operations, the actual working hours may vary and may not necessarily align with the full 12-hour shift, potentially including overlap with the day shift to support training and operational needs.  As the senior-most leader on-site during the night shift, this role ensures the effective execution of production goals, fosters a culture of safety and quality, supports and develops Production Supervisors, and reinforces company policies and Core Values.  By providing consistent and capable on-site leadership, this role ensures operational continuity during night shifts, supports balanced leadership coverage across all hours of operation, and helps drive training and development initiatives on the night shift.

Essential Functions

Lead and support night shift Production Supervisors to ensure successful shift execution, production performance and employee engagement

Act as the primary on-site leadership authority during night shift hours

Ensure safety protocols and compliance standards are met and immediately address any safety concerns

Promote quality assurance by overseeing production processes and collaborating with Quality Control staff to resolve issues promptly

Support onboarding, skills training and cross-training initiatives for all night shift employees

Drive and oversee all specialized training initiatives on the night shift, placing special emphasis on the effective delivery and management of Machine Adjuster training programs and skills development

Oversee the accuracy and timeliness of production and shift handoff reporting

Provide coaching, feedback and performance support for Production Supervisors; assist with disciplinary or employee relations matters as needed

Serve as the point person for resolving shift-level challenges, including staffing, equipment and workflow issues

Coordinate with day shift leadership to ensure smooth shift transitions and continuity of operations

Participate in operations and leadership meetings to share night shift updates and insights

Uphold and promote the Company’s CARES Core Values:  Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety

Perform other duties and leadership initiatives as assigned by the Plant Manager

Competencies

Leadership and decision-making

Communication

Coaching and development

Problem solving and critical thinking

Safety and compliance awareness

Quality

Operational knowledge

Adaptability

Education and Experience

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Business or a related field

Equivalent combination of education and relevant leadership experience in a manufacturing environment will be considered

5+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment

Demonstrated success in supervising or managing frontline leaders or production teams

Experience in printing, converting or envelope manufacturing , but not required

Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma or other continuous improvement frameworks

Leadership experience in a 24/7 operation or multiple-shift setting

Company DescriptionWith locations in Mount Pleasant, Iowa and Minneapolis, Minnesota, MackayMitchell Envelope Company has become one of the nation’s leading envelope manufacturing corporations, supplying high-quality direct mail, statement and photo envelopes. We are an organization that thrives on our client relationships, excellent customer service, dedicated employees and trusted vendors. It’s been this way since the very beginning, and it’s one of the things that gives us an advantage over other envelope companies. At MackayMitchell Envelope Company, we believe our Core Values are the foundation for our success - both for our company and for our current and future workforce. Collaboration | Accountability | Respect | Excellence | Safety These values guide how we work, how we lead, and how we grow together.Company DescriptionWith locations in Mount Pleasant, Iowa and Minneapolis, Minnesota, MackayMitchell Envelope Company has become one of the nation’s leading envelope manufacturing corporations, supplying high-quality direct mail, statement and photo envelopes. We are an organization that thrives on our client relationships, excellent customer service, dedicated employees and trusted vendors. It’s been this way since the very beginning, and it’s one of the things that gives us an advantage over other envelope companies.\r\nAt MackayMitchell Envelope Company, we believe our Core Values are the foundation for our success - both for our company and for our current and future workforce.\r\nCollaboration | Accountability | Respect | Excellence | Safety\r\nThese values guide how we work, how we lead, and how we grow together.