Pressroom Manager

About the Company

Apex Graphics is a leading Canadian supplier of quality-assured, precision-folded package inserts and outserts for the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food processing industries. We are committed to our people because they are the foundation of our success. Their ideas, dedication, and strong customer focus are essential to how we deliver results.

We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Pressroom Manager to take charge of our printing operations and keep quality, efficiency, and safety running at full speed. If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and are passionate about exceptional print quality and technology, we want to hear from you. Your operational expertise, technical know-how, and leadership will help us deliver outstanding products on time, every time—while driving continuous improvement and building a positive, high-performing team.

Role Overview

• Location: Mississauga, ON (on-site)
• Position Status: Existing headcount; Permanent full time @ 40 hours/week
• Hiring Range: $91,000 - $115,000 (salary commensurate with experience)
• Recruitment Process: Our recruitment team may use an artificial intelligence (AI) screening tool to assist in assessing applicant resumes

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee daily print production, workflow, job assignments, quality checks, and signoffs to meet customer specifications and deadlines while adhering to strict quality protocols.
• Lead, schedule, train, and support pressroom staff, including performance management, vacation coverage, recruitment, and safe work practices.
• Review job specifications, artwork, colours, and production requirements, and monitor registration, ink colour, press settings, and overall print quality.
• Work with team to troubleshoot production issues, provide technical support, and ensure presses are operated and maintained properly.
• Manage pressroom inventory, supplies, spare parts, production records, and reporting of quality or operational concerns.
• Collaborate with management to drive improvements in safety, productivity, print quality, equipment, and production processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The successful candidate will bring the following skills and qualifications:

• Proven experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on Sheetfed and Offset Web printing.
• Minimum 5 years experience in a printing management role.
• Familiarity with manufacturing workflows in a quality conscious environment.
• Ability to lead a team effectively while maintaining high safety standards.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills to manage complex workflows in a collaborative setting.
• Mechanical aptitude and proactive approach to troubleshooting equipment issues.
• Commitment to providing and maintaining a safe and clean work environment for the department.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, vision, dental, long-term disability, and EFAP coverage
• A wellness program designed to support your well-being
• A rewarding bonus program
• An inclusive company culture and work environment
• Employee referral rewards
• Opportunities to connect and contribute through our employee engagement committee
• And even more….

Apply Now
Please visit our website and careers page to learn more and submit your application. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Apex Graphics is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). If you require accommodation during the recruitment or selection process, please inform Human Resources.