Print Production Manager

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Production Manager in one of the UK's fastest-growing print companies. This role offers the chance to lead a passionate team in a dynamic environment focused on delivering exceptional products and services. With a commitment to sustainability and personal development, this independent company values innovation and teamwork. If you have a strong background in production management, particularly in print, and are ready to contribute to a thriving business, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience managing a production team in a high-volume environment.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and 5S.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the production of all printed products and ensure quality is maintained.
• Create and maintain capacity plans for maximum efficiency.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Production Management

Analytical Skills

Budgeting

Lean Manufacturing Principles

Communication Skills

Team Building

Problem Solving

Job description

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The Company
An exciting opportunity has become available in one of the UK’s fastest growing print companies.

Focusing on providing an amazing experience, our client offers customers the best possible products and service, with flexible print run lengths and catering for tight turnarounds.

This is a proudly independent company, committed to creating a strong, sustainable, responsible business that not only wows customers but also provides a rewarding place to work, with opportunities to develop personally and contribute to a fast-growing business with ambitious plans.

The Role
A fantastic career opportunity for a High Calibre Production Manager to join a company during a time of exciting growth. The ideal candidate will have management experience in a high volume and short lead time production environment.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for the production of all printed products
• Ensure all process supervisors are aware of performance requirements and are meeting their set KPIs
• Organise, control and monitor the flow of production and ensure quality is maintained
• Create and maintain capacity plans to ensure all staff and machines are running at maximum efficiency.
• Ensure departmental budgets are met.
• Oversee stock management and ordering
• Ensure all machines are maintained and all team members adhere to 5S principles
• Maintain strong communication between all team members and other departments and encourage team members to be open about ideas and suggestions for improvements.
• Embody the company’s 5 core values and ensure these are at the heart of everything you and your team do.
• Work with Growth Team on product development to ensure efficient production processes for all new product launches.
• Monitor all supervisor performances and work with them to monitor full teams’ performance, including regular one on ones.
• Run daily team meetings
• Create and maintain quality control procedures and ensure any order ideas are dealt with pro-actively and efficiently

Experience/Skills Required.

• Previous experience managing a production team (4 years preferred)
• Industry experience of print specifically screen printing (4 years preferred)
• Analytical approach to reviewing working practices, equipment etc.
• Strong leadership/people management skills
• Team building
• Strong knowledge of organisational effectiveness and operations management
• Knowledge and experience working with lean manufacturing principles, 5S, 6 Sigma etc.
• Budgeting
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organisation (both verbally and written)
• Be able to be both proactive and able to react speedily when needed
• Perform well under pressure
• The ability to manage change
• Be able to work with teams/other departments
• Be innovative
• Have good judgement and decision making skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities

This is a great opportunity for someone who ticks the above boxes to join a company which encourages a positive and enjoyable working environment.

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