Small Format Finishing Team Leader

The Printed Group Limited; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ecommerce business in the online print sector is seeking a Finishing Team Leader to oversee digital finishing operations. The role involves managing a team, ensuring high-quality output, and implementing process improvements. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in a print environment and strong leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits.

Benefits

22 days holiday rising to 25 plus 8 bank holidays

Staff and friends & family discounts

Cycle to work and Tech schemes

Breakfast and drinks provided

Charity day, Christmas party, street food days

Perkbox membership

Enhanced maternity & paternity leave

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a team leader in a print environment.
• In-depth knowledge of finishing processes.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the print finishing team and oversee daily activities.
• Manage workflow during final print stages and ensure quality control.
• Lead the team effectively, fostering a positive environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Job description

Job Title: Finishing Team Leader

We're Printed.com, a rapidly expanding ecommerce business in the online print sector. Based in London with a large printing site on the outskirts of Newcastle, we pride ourselves on our UK heritage and our passionate team dedicated to quality and innovation.

As the Finishing Team Leader, you will oversee the digital finishing operations, working closely with the finishing manager to ensure high-quality output, meet job turnaround targets, and continually improve processes and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

1. Supervise the print finishing team: Oversee daily activities, providing guidance to ensure tasks are completed effectively and on time.
2. Coordinate final print stages: Manage workflow during the concluding stages, ensuring tasks like trimming, binding, and packaging are timely and organized.
3. Ensure quality control: Implement procedures to meet standards for accuracy, appearance, and overall quality.
4. Manage schedules and deadlines: Create and maintain schedules, assigning tasks based on priorities.
5. Collaborate with departments: Work with pre-press, printing, and others to facilitate smooth transitions and address needs.
6. Troubleshoot and maintain equipment: Resolve technical issues and ensure equipment is properly maintained.
7. Implement process improvements: Identify and help implement workflow enhancements.
8. Leadership and communication: Lead the team effectively, fostering a positive environment and ensuring clear communication.
9. Data collection and analysis: Collect and analyze data on turnaround times, error rates, and resource use to identify improvements.

Shift: 2pm - 10pm

Starting Salary: from £28,000 DOE

Minimum Requirements:

• Proven experience as a team leader in a print environment
• In-depth knowledge of finishing processes
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Experience with data collection and analysis
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting
• Attention to detail and print quality standards
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make quick decisions
• Availability to work overtime
• Ability to lift up to 25kg

Benefits:

• 22 days holiday rising to 25 plus 8 bank holidays
• Staff and friends & family discounts
• Cycle to work and Tech schemes
• Breakfast and drinks provided
• Charity day, Christmas party, street food days
• Perkbox membership
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• Employee referral scheme