Art Production Manager

Company: Champion Teamwear
Location: Manhattan
Posted on: March 24, 2020

Job Description:

OverviewThe primary responsibility of the Art Production Manager is to manage the art production process for customer orders across all types of production art. This position is responsible for managing workload across the art production shifts and hiring to meet art demand. Provides leadership, guidance and support to the Production Art Leads and Graphic Artists. Must be able to effectively manage many different responsibilities at once and have strong organizational skills. Must have a thorough knowledge of art techniques required to create the highest quality artwork possible. This position has one Sourcing Coordinator and six Leads reporting directly to them and is responsible for training, quality and on-going team member development.

This position is located in Manhattan, KS.


Responsibilities

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• Manages capacity by overseeing daily art efforts and operation of the department and make sure the Graphic Artist goals and expectations match with departmental goals and solves daily problems with the Artists, Manufacturing and Internal departments.
• Makes staffing decisions regarding hiring, promotions, seating and oversees recruiting by conducting interviews.
• Measures Graphic Artist productivity of an average number of graphics per day and develops associates through the mentoring of the Lead Artists and the training of the Graphic Artists.
• Creates training and development plans for new and existing team members.
• Establishes clear developmental goals, provides guidance and support and encourages others to seek out solutions and make appropriate decisions.
• Manages training plans and engages in continuous development utilizing a developmental plan.
• Manages people by staying open minded to explore new ideas, expanding on ideas from team members , recognizing team member contributions, delegating effectively and encouraging interaction among team members..
• Evaluates and tracks team member performance through quarterly one-on-one meetings with the Graphic Artists through the HBI AMP program.
• Leads weekly departmental meetings; Communicates expectations to the Graphic Artists; Discusses with Manufacturing, Sales Reps/Customers to resolve art related issues.
• Forecasts workload and the distribution of needed capacity across the shifts.
• Coordinates with managers in other departments to ensure quality communication and maximize performance.
• Coordinates assistance with orders in manufacturing, as needed.
• Manages quality auditing among the Art and Manufacturing departments.
• Upholds Champion Teamwear's vision, mission, and values.
  
  
  QualificationsMinimum Education and Experience Required:
  
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  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); College degree in Graphic Art is preferred. 3-5 years of supervisory experience is preferred, but not necessary
  • Experience with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop software, PCs, Microsoft Office, and Infor (M3) Enterprise Software solution a plus!
  • Strong interpersonal, written, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to make sound and reasonable decisions.
  • Fosters an environment of teamwork and cooperation.
  • Encourages safe & clean work environment.
  • Flexibility in scheduling to cover all shifts as required.
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish fact and reach logical conclusion.
  • Bears responsibility to support our equal employment opportunity policy and affirmative action program on a day-to-day basis.
  • Coaches and develops team members, leading disciplinary action when necessary.
  • Ability to work with limited supervision, highly self-motivated.
  • Detail oriented.
    
    To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require now, or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status
    
    EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled
    
    Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly:
    
    Telephone: 877.999.5553
    
    Email: HBI_TA@hanes.com

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