Print Production Manager- Digital Print

TN United Kingdom; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Mansfield is seeking a Print Production Manager to oversee manufacturing operations. The role involves managing teams, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and experience in high-volume print environments.

Qualifications

• Experience managing high-volume, short lead-time print manufacturing.
• Strong leadership with a collaborative approach.
• Proficient with manufacturing IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of production to meet KPI targets.
• Deliver motivational coaching and personal development initiatives.
• Implement Lean, Theory of Constraints, and 5S methodologies.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Customer Focus

Planning

Tools

Manufacturing IT Systems

Business Planning Tools

Job description

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Print Production Manager - Digital Print, Mansfield

Client: Ambitions Personnel

Location: Mansfield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 14d647884d7f

Job Views: 3

Posted: 17.05.2025

Expiry Date: 01.07.2025

Job Description:

Responsible for all aspects of manufacturing and managing the manufacturing team in a high-volume, low-value bespoke printed product environment. Ensure effective training, management, development, and deployment of departmental teams to meet customer and company objectives. Actively review performance using metrics, support continuous improvement programs to optimize manufacturing efficiency, throughput, and service delivery. Apply lean principles and the theory of constraints collaboratively and coach-based management approach. Collaborate with the Managing Director and management team to develop and implement strategies aligning with business goals and compliance with legislation.

Key Responsibilities & Critical Success Measures

• Manage all aspects of production to meet KPI targets and sales goals.
• Provide clear reporting on manufacturing progress, risks, and mitigations.
• Deliver motivational coaching and personal development initiatives for manufacturing staff.
• Develop a flexible, adaptable team with talent nurturing and succession planning.
• Create and monitor production metrics supporting KPI achievement.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, 14001, and health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Prioritize digitization of customer variable data for seamless business use.
• Collaborate with sales, customer service, and e-commerce to support sales growth and product opportunities.
• Work with finance to develop budgets and KPIs.
• Participate as an influential member of the senior management team.
• Support profitability and long-term business objectives in partnership with the Managing Director.
• Implement Lean, Theory of Constraints, and 5S methodologies where appropriate.
• Identify, plan, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain employee training matrices, develop programs, and manage performance.
• Support customer visits and promote the business internally and externally.
• Drive change within the organization.
• Support recruitment efforts promoting diversity and inclusion.
• Create operational solutions for volume growth and asset utilization.
• Assist in developing and delivering annual operating budgets.

Functional Competencies

• Decisiveness and initiative
• Effective teamwork and recognition
• Persuasion and negotiation skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Customer focus and quality standards
• Relationship building and networking

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Experience managing high-volume, short lead-time print manufacturing.
• Strong leadership with a collaborative approach.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and data digitization.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and cross-functional support capability.
• Knowledge of environment, health, safety legislation, and employment law.
• Results-oriented with planning and delivery skills.
• Proficient with manufacturing IT systems and business planning tools.
• Lean practitioner with proven improvement track record.
• Hands-on SME in production environment.
• Availability to work flexible hours and be on-call.
• Commercial awareness to support sales and profitability.

Personal Characteristics

• Pragmatic problem solver
• Self-reliant with strong interpersonal skills
• Engaging, motivating leader
• Willing to work additional hours at short notice