Production Manager

Saint Ives, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

About the Role



We are a growing signage company based in St Ives, Cambridgeshire, looking for an experienced Production Manager to take ownership of our production department. It is an exciting time to join us as we expand into a new premise with many exciting projects lined up for the year.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone confident running large format print and finishing equipment, managing production workflows, and maintaining high standards of quality and organisation. You will play a key role in ensuring all printed and fabricated signage is produced efficiently, on time, and to the correct standard. We will provide you with autonomy and support to make the role your own with a clear progression plan.

Key Responsibilities



Operate and manage large format production equipment, including:
- Epson S8060 large format printers

- Laminators

- Summa plotters

- Flatbed printer

- CNC router

Carry out finishing work including laminating, trimming, weeding, mounting, and preparation for installation Prepare fleet livery and vehicle wrap kits, including Chapter 8 kits Apply vinyl to a variety of panel substrates Manufacture ACM trays and flat-cut or shape-cut acrylic and ACM lettering Carry out daily cleaning and routine maintenance of all production equipment Prepare, check, and process files using:
- Onyx RIP

- Adobe Illustrator

- Roland & Summa Cut Software

Order stock, manage materials, and monitor consumables Package completed jobs and book couriers for outbound deliveries Oversee and support the development of an apprentice Maintain a clean, tidy, and well-organised production area Prioritise workload to ensure all items are delivered on time and to the required quality

Essential Skills & Experience



Minimum 3 years previous experience in the signage industry Confident running Epson large format printers, laminators, plotters, CNC routers, and flatbed printers Strong working knowledge of Onyx and Adobe Illustrator Experience producing vehicle graphics, fleet livery kits, and signage components Ability to manage workload independently and meet deadlines High attention to detail and pride in quality

Desirable Skills



Ability to prepare production files with efficient nesting to minimise material waste Experience producing illuminated trays, fret-cut signage, or push-through lettering Experience supervising or mentoring a junior team member or apprentice Strong understanding of production efficiency and material yields

What you will get from us ...



Competitive salary 30,000 - 33,000 DOE Annual target related bonus Overtime paid at time and a half 6 monthly staff socials and bi- monthly FREE staff breakfasts Perkbox discount membership (savings at Tesco, Starbucks, Greggs etc) Cycle to work scheme A relaxed and flexible work environment
28 days holiday Including bank holidays, company uniform, 3 month probationary period.

To find out more click APPLY and send your CV for immediate consideration.



Please note this is being run as a rolling recruitment process. We will be assessing applications, shortlisting and offering interviews as the applications are received.

The job will close once a successful candidate has been appointed.

I am sorry but we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,000.00-33,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount On-site parking
Experience:

large format printing and finishing: 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD4493840
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Full Time
  • Job Location
    Saint Ives, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned