Mgr - Production

SGK; Witham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

SGK, a global packaging and brand experience company, is seeking a Production Manager to oversee production activities and service delivery. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and extensive leadership experience. This role demands strong analytical, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills to achieve production objectives while driving results and accountability.

Qualifications

• Progressive production experience or equivalent education.
• Extensive leadership experience.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all activities related to production and service delivery.
• Oversee development and improvement of processes to meet objectives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Presentation skills

Budgeting skills

Project management

Planning skills

Mathematical proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Office Suite

Outlook

Job description

SGK is a global packaging and brand experience company. From idea to implementation, we deliver packaging solutions and brand experiences that give brands the freedom to speak louder, scale faster, and grow stronger. We simplify marketing and amplify brands to deliver value. SGK is a Matthews International company.

Role: Production Manager

Responsibilities:

• The Production Manager is responsible and accountable for all activities related to production, service delivery, and productivity to ensure all necessary requirements are met.
• Oversees the development and improvement of processes to meet objectives and manages talent, facilities, overall service delivery, and safety programs.

Behavioral Expectations:

• Focus on Service: Ensures high-quality work is done right the first time and delivers on time.
• Acts with Courage and Integrity: Operates with honesty, maintains confidence, and upholds Matthews/SGK’s core values. Keeps commitments and does what is right.
• Demonstrates Accountability: Takes ownership of work and outcomes, makes sound decisions, and provides quality work.
• Builds Collaboration Through Trust: Engages with others and works cooperatively to develop solutions.
• Creates Value Through Continuous Improvement: Looks for ways to increase efficiency, innovate, and develop professional skills.
• Aligns Strategic Direction: Understands relevant trends, practices, and disruptions affecting the business.
• Drives Results: Achieves results consistently, even under tough circumstances.

Technical Capabilities:

• Business and Commercial Acumen
• Financial Acumen
• Process Optimization
• Team Building
• Decision Making
• Pre-media and Print Services Technical Knowledge
• Client Service and Solutions

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Progressive production experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Extensive leadership experience.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook, Internet applications.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management, and planning skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Mathematical proficiency.
• Ability to build relationships and work autonomously or in teams.
• Ability to influence peers and management.
• Self-motivated with attention to detail and deadlines.

Matthews International is committed to accessibility and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities. We are an equal opportunity employer, and employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.