At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic team in managing high-quality digital print production.
- Company: Join 4edge, a top UK book manufacturer with cutting-edge technology.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, pension, and holiday entitlement.
- Other info: Be part of a stable, growing business with opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the exciting world of digital print technology.
- Qualifications: Strong leadership skills and experience in digital print production required.
The predicted salary is between 41000 - 41000 £ per year.
4edge is one of the UK's leading specialist book manufacturers, producing high-quality books using state-of-the-art digital printing and finishing technology. We work with publishers and print buyers throughout the UK and internationally, continually investing in new technology and automation.
This is a key management position responsible for the day-to-day running of our print production operation. You will lead a team of operators, ensure production targets are achieved, maintain exceptional quality standards and work closely with senior management to improve efficiency across the department. This role would suit someone who enjoys solving technical problems, motivating people and getting the very best from modern digital print equipment.
Key Responsibilities- Manage the daily operation of the print production department.
- Lead, coach and develop production staff.
- Ensure production schedules are achieved safely and efficiently.
- Maintain exceptional print quality and colour consistency.
- Monitor machine performance and minimise downtime.
- Work with engineering and manufacturers to resolve technical issues.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout the department.
- Develop standard operating procedures and best practice.
- Ensure Health & Safety procedures are followed at all times.
- Report departmental performance to senior management.
- Strong management and leadership experience within a production environment.
- Excellent understanding of industrial inkjet and toner printing technology.
- Experience of high-volume digital print production.
- Strong problem-solving and organisational skills.
- Ability to motivate and develop a production team.
- A good mechanical background, with can do attitude.
- Good communication skills.
- Computer literate with experience of production systems.
- Experience with Canon and Kyocera inkjet presses.
- Experience with Konica Minolta and Canon toner presses.
- Experience within book manufacturing.
- Knowledge of digital workflows, colour management and print quality control.
- Experience of Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement techniques.
- Competitive salary.
- Company pension.
- Holiday entitlement.
- Opportunity to work with industry-leading technology.
- A stable and growing business.
- The opportunity to make a genuine impact on the future of our production operation.
If you are an experienced production leader with a passion for digital print and inkjet technology, we'd love to hear from you.
Digital Print Production Manager in Hockley employer: 4edge Limited
4edge is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets tradition in the heart of the UK’s book manufacturing industry. With a commitment to employee development and a culture that values teamwork and continuous improvement, you will have the opportunity to lead a talented team while working with cutting-edge technology. Enjoy competitive salaries, a robust pension scheme, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on our production operations.
