Head of Production

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head of Production to lead its talented team in a fast-paced printing environment. This role is pivotal in ensuring the highest production standards while managing multiple projects under pressure. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and strategic thinking skills, along with a deep understanding of digital and litho printing processes. With a focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on customer experience and the company's success. If you are a results-driven leader ready to take on new challenges, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing large, diverse teams in a print production environment.
• Strong leadership in fast-paced environments such as manufacturing or logistics.

Responsibilities

• Manage output across the production department and oversee daily operations.
• Lead and motivate the team in a demanding, time-sensitive environment.
• Drive process improvements and lead cross-functional initiatives.

Skills

Leadership and motivation skills

Customer management experience

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving abilities

Knowledge of digital and litho printing processes

Interpersonal and communication skills

Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen

Operational structuring expertise

Job description

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A leading printing company is seeking an outstanding candidate, recognized as a leader and motivator, to head its production team. The company works with esteemed clients on time-sensitive campaigns, requiring a flexible, resilient individual capable of managing multiple projects under pressure.

The Head of Production is a critical role that impacts customer experience and the company's bottom line. This position involves managing, leading, and motivating the production environment to ensure the highest standards are met and maintained.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage output across the production department.
2. Lead, motivate, and support the team in a demanding, time-sensitive environment, including developing plans for direct reports, production management, and department managers.
3. Build and maintain relationships with agency providers and temporary staff to ensure continuity.
4. Oversee daily operations of all production units, including scheduling, printing, dispatch, and warehousing.
5. Maintain health and safety standards within production.
6. Manage metrics and timelines to achieve productivity targets, drive continuous improvements, increase accuracy, and deliver excellent customer service.
7. Operate within agreed budgets across all production departments.
8. Collaborate with support teams (HR, Finance, IT) on staffing, scheduling, and performance.
9. Drive process improvements and lead cross-functional initiatives.
10. Develop business cases for capital investments.
11. Regularly review and advise on production and commercial risks with a solutions-oriented approach.
12. Ensure operations meet accreditation standards and are aligned with business strategies and values.
13. Review operating costs to ensure alignment with revenue.
14. Follow control procedures diligently across departments.

Skills & Attributes:

• Leadership and motivation skills, recognized in the industry.
• Customer management experience at both board and operational levels.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of digital and litho printing processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work with ambiguity and across all employee levels.
• Experience with improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen.
• Operational structuring expertise.

Experience:

• Proven experience managing large, diverse teams in a print production environment.
• Track record of operational excellence, with strong leadership in fast-paced environments such as manufacturing, logistics, or print.
• Commercial acumen and results-driven approach.
• Ability to analyze data, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Flexible, pragmatic, and committed to achieving objectives.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies is highly advantageous.