Print & Pack Manager
Nassau Candy Distributors, Inc., Hicksville, NY, United States
About Nassau Candy
Nassau Candy is a leading manufacturer and distributor of specialty confections, fine foods, and promotional products with a national footprint. Through divisions such as NC Custom, Chocolate Inn, AmuseMints®, and Lanco, we partner with top brands and customers to deliver high-quality, customized solutions at scale. As a family-owned business, we combine entrepreneurial agility with operational excellence—continuing to invest in our people, processes, and technology to support long-term growth.
Position Overview
We are seeking a hands-on Printing & Packaging Manager to lead high-volume production across digital printing, packaging, and fulfillment operations. This role is responsible for driving throughput, improving efficiency, and ensuring on-time delivery across all print, bagging, and finishing functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong presence on the production floor and a track record of identifying bottlenecks, optimizing workflows, and scaling operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Own end-to-end print and pack operations, from production through final shipment
Drive daily output across digital, pad, edible, and direct printing platforms (including HP Indigo 6K or similar)
Oversee bagging, packing, and finishing operations with a focus on throughput and accuracy
Align printing capacity with downstream packaging and fulfillment capabilities
Process Improvement & Efficiency
Identify and eliminate production bottlenecks, particularly in bagging and material flow
Optimize floor layouts, staging processes, and material handling strategies
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity and reduce waste
Data & Performance Management
Track KPIs including output, labor efficiency, downtime, and on-time delivery
Utilize Excel (pivot tables, reporting tools) to analyze trends and improve performance
Establish clear accountability metrics across production teams
Team Leadership & Development
Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and production staff
Build a culture of accountability, urgency, and continuous improvement
Partner with HR on staffing, training, and performance management
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Operations, Planning, Customer Service, and Sales teams
Ensure alignment between production schedules and customer commitments
Equipment, Safety & Compliance
Oversee performance and maintenance of printing and finishing equipment
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in print production, packaging, fulfillment, or high-volume manufacturing
Strong understanding of digital printing and finishing operations
Proven ability to improve throughput and operational efficiency
Hands-on leadership style with a strong floor presence
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data-driven decision making
Experience with bagging, packing, or fulfillment operations preferred
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
What We Offer
Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives
Comprehensive benefits package
401(k) with company match
Opportunity to make a direct impact in a growing, family-owned organization
Collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on execution and results
Join Our Team
If you are a driven operations leader who thrives on improving processes, leading teams, and delivering results—we encourage you to apply and be part of Nassau Candy’s continued growth.
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Nassau Candy is a leading manufacturer and distributor of specialty confections, fine foods, and promotional products with a national footprint. Through divisions such as NC Custom, Chocolate Inn, AmuseMints®, and Lanco, we partner with top brands and customers to deliver high-quality, customized solutions at scale. As a family-owned business, we combine entrepreneurial agility with operational excellence—continuing to invest in our people, processes, and technology to support long-term growth.
Position Overview
We are seeking a hands-on Printing & Packaging Manager to lead high-volume production across digital printing, packaging, and fulfillment operations. This role is responsible for driving throughput, improving efficiency, and ensuring on-time delivery across all print, bagging, and finishing functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong presence on the production floor and a track record of identifying bottlenecks, optimizing workflows, and scaling operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Own end-to-end print and pack operations, from production through final shipment
Drive daily output across digital, pad, edible, and direct printing platforms (including HP Indigo 6K or similar)
Oversee bagging, packing, and finishing operations with a focus on throughput and accuracy
Align printing capacity with downstream packaging and fulfillment capabilities
Process Improvement & Efficiency
Identify and eliminate production bottlenecks, particularly in bagging and material flow
Optimize floor layouts, staging processes, and material handling strategies
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity and reduce waste
Data & Performance Management
Track KPIs including output, labor efficiency, downtime, and on-time delivery
Utilize Excel (pivot tables, reporting tools) to analyze trends and improve performance
Establish clear accountability metrics across production teams
Team Leadership & Development
Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and production staff
Build a culture of accountability, urgency, and continuous improvement
Partner with HR on staffing, training, and performance management
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Operations, Planning, Customer Service, and Sales teams
Ensure alignment between production schedules and customer commitments
Equipment, Safety & Compliance
Oversee performance and maintenance of printing and finishing equipment
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in print production, packaging, fulfillment, or high-volume manufacturing
Strong understanding of digital printing and finishing operations
Proven ability to improve throughput and operational efficiency
Hands-on leadership style with a strong floor presence
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data-driven decision making
Experience with bagging, packing, or fulfillment operations preferred
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
What We Offer
Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives
Comprehensive benefits package
401(k) with company match
Opportunity to make a direct impact in a growing, family-owned organization
Collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on execution and results
Join Our Team
If you are a driven operations leader who thrives on improving processes, leading teams, and delivering results—we encourage you to apply and be part of Nassau Candy’s continued growth.
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