Print Production Manager

SpeedPro Lexington North; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading visual solutions provider in Lexington, KY, seeks a Production Manager to oversee large-format specialty printing. This role involves managing production, ensuring quality output, and supporting client orders. Ideal candidates should have experience with graphic design, large-format printing, and vehicle graphics. Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with vehicle graphics and templates.
• Experience with large-format printers and graphic finishing.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in graphic design (or similar).

Responsibilities

• Lead the printing and production of client orders.
• Inspect customer files and prepare graphics for printing.
• Operate and maintain large-format printing equipment.
• Conduct inventory and procurement.
• Graphic design services (unless outsourced).
• Smaller graphic installations.
• Unload/unpack deliveries to the studio.
• Vehicle inspections and measurements; site surveys.
• Pack, label, and ship completed jobs; make deliveries.
• Use CoreBridge software for estimates/quotes.

Skills

Experience with large-format printers

Graphic design skills

Knowledge of vehicle graphics and templates

Signage finishing

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in graphic design

Tools

CoreBridge software

Large-format printers

Laminators

Plotters

Job description

Overview

At SpeedPro Imaging, we create visual experiences that change the world. We help businesses bring ideas to life by creating content that makes life more fun and marketing more impactful. We give our clients the power to truly engage their customers. We’re the ones behind that fleet of trucks you see everywhere, and we’re also the ones that design, produce, and install the wall and floor murals you see at businesses, universities, and sports arenas across the U.S. We specialize in large-format graphics that give our customers the wow-factor their business needed.

At SpeedPro Imaging, we act with energy, passion, and professionalism. We’re backed by a culture of innovations and entrepreneurship, and we’re looking for exceptional talent to join us.

The Production Manager reports directly to the SpeedPro Imaging studio owner and is primarily responsible for producing various wide-format specialty printing products. This position plays a critical role in the franchise’s profit and margin potential through outstanding performance in fast turn-around times, high-quality product output, and efficiency with materials to minimize waste.

Functions:

• Lead the printing and production of client orders
• Inspect customer files, provide digital proofs, and make the graphics print-ready
• Operate and maintain large-format printers, laminators, and plotters
• Conduct inventory and procurement
  • The team can help with the actual ordering of materials, so long as you provide a list of what is needed
• Graphic design services (unless outsourced)
• Smaller graphic installations
• Unloading/unpacking deliveries to the studio
• Vehicle inspections and measurements; performing site surveys
• Packing, labeling, and shipping completed jobs; making deliveries
• Utilization of CoreBridge software for estimates/quotes

Ideal candidates will also possess:

• 2+ years of designing/working with vehicle graphics and templates
• Experience with large-format printers, laminators, plotters, and graphic and signage finishing
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in graphic design (or similar program)

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive Annual Salary
• Additional training/development opportunities