Large Format Print & Finishing Manager

Printed.com; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly expanding ecommerce business is seeking a Large Format Print & Finishing Manager. In this role, you will oversee the printing and finishing of large format jobs, ensuring high-quality output and efficient workflow. Responsibilities include managing print operators, maintaining equipment, and leading continuous improvement projects. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of large format printers and considerable experience in production management. Annual salary is £38,000 with a 12pm-8pm shift.

Benefits

22 days holiday rising to 25 plus 8 days bank holidays

Staff discounts & Friends and Family discounts

Cycle to work scheme and Tech Scheme

Breakfast and drinks provided

Charity day per annum supported

Christmas Party

Street food days

Perkbox membership

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in large format print and finishing production management.
• Strong technical knowledge of large format printers and finishing equipment.
• Ability to manage and motivate a production team.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and oversee large format print jobs.
• Supervise, train, and support print and finishing operators.
• Develop and implement efficient workflow processes.

Skills

Large format print management

Technical knowledge of printing and finishing equipment

Team management

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Large format printers

Cutters

Laminators

Job description

We're Printed.com - a rapidly expanding ecommerce business within the fastest sector of online print. We’re a young company based in the heart of London and our printing site is located in our 40,000 sq. ft property on the outskirts of Newcastle. Everything we print is produced in the UK and we are proud of our UK heritage. Our people drive us forward with a passionate team who are mad about printing, designing, building and growing. We’re forward-thinking with a mission to be creative, innovative and to help our customers find their dream print. In our production space you’ll find a fast-paced, dedicated team who strive for perfection for our customers.

Large Format Print & Finishing Manager is responsible for overseeing the printing and finishing of large format jobs, ensuring high-quality output, efficient workflow, and on-time delivery. This role manages print operators and finishing staff, maintains equipment, monitors job schedules, leads continuous improvement projects, and ensures all work meets client specifications and company standards.

Responsibilities

Production Management

• Plan, schedule, and oversee large format print jobs from print through to finishing and dispatch.
• Ensure projects are completed accurately, efficiently, and to agreed deadlines.
• Implement and maintain quality control standards across all production stages.

Team Leadership

• Supervise, train, and support print and finishing operators.
• Allocate workload, monitor productivity, and ensure adherence to health & safety standards.
• Identify training needs.

Technical & Equipment Oversight

• Have good knowledge of large format printers, cutters, laminators, and finishing equipment.
• Ensure routine maintenance and servicing of machinery to minimize downtime.
• Work with onsite engineer, suppliers and service engineers for repairs, consumables, and technical support.

Workflow & Process Improvement

• Develop and implement efficient workflow processes to optimize production capacity.
• Help monitor daily stock levels of media, inks, and finishing materials, so stock is always available on floor for staff.
• Identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve turnaround times, and increase profitability.

Quality & Customer Focus

• Ensure print quality and finishing standards meet customer expectations.
• Liaise with pre-press and customer service teams to resolve artwork or production issues.

12pm - 8pm shift

Annual Salary is £38,000

Qualifications & Skills

Skills & Experience Required:

• Proven experience in large format print and finishing production management.
• Strong technical knowledge of large format printers and finishing equipment.
• Ability to manage and motivate a production team.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality.
• Knowledge of health & safety regulations in a production environment.

Personal Attributes:

• Hands-on, proactive, adaptable and approachable
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset.

Benefits

• 22 days holiday rising to 25 plus 8 days bank holidays
• Staff discounts & Friends and Family discounts
• Cycle to work scheme and Tech Scheme
• Breakfast and drinks provided
• Charity day per annum supported
• Christmas Party
• Street food days
• Perkbox membership
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave
• Employee referral scheme