Britten Inc. is a world-class event fabricator, partnering with leading brands and agencies to design, engineer, and build high-impact environments that perform in the real world. For 40 years, we’ve combined world-class design thinking with advanced fabrication, printing, and manufacturing capabilities to deliver complex, large-scale experiences; from custom event builds and branded environments to immersive installations that bring campaigns to life.

Headquartered in Traverse City, Michigan, Britten is built for execution at the highest level. We take on ambitious, complex work and deliver it from concept through fabrication and final deployment. Our reputation has been earned through a solution-driven mindset, a commitment to precision, and the ability to turn bold ideas into fully realized physical experiences.

We are a team of builders, problem-solvers, and collaborators who thrive in fast-paced, high-expectation environments. We believe in craftsmanship, accountability, and doing whatever it takes—together—to deliver work that stands apart.

At Britten, we don’t just build what’s been done before. We build what’s next.

Learn more at www.britteninc.com

What We Seek...

We are looking for an individual who has a passion for mentoring, leading, and developing the digital team. The Digital Print Manager will guide the production flow to efficiently and accurately meet the fabrication and customer needs. The ideal candidate will be driven individual who has a passion for continuous improvement initiatives and lean principles. Is a leader for all Print Operations, working to achieve company goals. Being able to keep up in a fast-paced environment to hit specific goals and targets is a must and will be both challenging and rewarding.

We want people who align with and can live our core values:

We Say Yes

We Hustle
We Think Bigger

We Keep Promises

We Build People Up

Job Summary and Job Functions

• Communicate with the sales team to set projects up for success and meeting customer deadlines
• Coach and lead the team using continuous improvement principles
• Create and implement corrective action plans with the team for the department’s future success with standard operating procedures, training and development
• Implement automation and new AI technologies 
• Help administer cross training and use the skill matrix to make decisions that help achieve both short and long-term labor goals for operations
• Manages color profiles and color library
• Help manage the digital department schedule and ensure proper workflow through the department that coordinates with other departments
• Execute RTO effectively to reduce overtime
• Ensure quality standards and customer satisfaction
• Adheres to all company safety standards
• Align with and believe in the company core values: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, We Build People Up

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to be exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; experience strongly considered
• Experience in effectively leading a team
• Proven ability to deal with a wide range of personal issues including career development and conflict resolution
• Demonstrate using lean techniques to increase productivity goals, efficiencies and help improve the print team’s gross margin with proven data
• Energy, enthusiasm, initiative, a positive attitude and aptitude for production art and leadership
• The ability to regularly use good judgment and discretion to make educated decisions for the greater good of the company
• The ability to write an email in a succinct manner and free of grammatical errors
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to interpret/make data-driven decisions
• Must be able to keep up with a fast-paced environment, have the ability to multi-task and reflect a positive attitude towards challenging job requirements
• Align with and believe in the company core values: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, We Build People Up

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Feeling. Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
• Visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level.
• Talking. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.

Compensation and Benefits

A competitive hourly rate and/or salary is being offered and a full benefits package for all full-time positions. Benefits Package Highlights:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance coverage options
• 401K with employer match of contribution (Employer match equal to 50% of contributions to the plan, up to 6% of employee’s pay)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (Full time employees)
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance-company provided
• Reimbursement for safety glasses and/or work boots (if position requires and qualifies) Company provided safety, skill development and/or leadership training opportunities

Britten, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristics as protected by federal, state or local law. Britten, Inc. is a drug free employer.