Production Manager Jobs

A Production Manager in the printing industry is responsible for overseeing the production process, from the initial design to the final product. They ensure that the production is cost-effective, timely, and meets quality standards. They are involved in planning and organizing production schedules, estimating and negotiating budgets, and managing the resources necessary to produce the print materials. Additionally, they supervise and evaluate the performance of production staff, ensure that health and safety regulations are met, and work closely with other departments to improve production and implement new technologies.

Important skills for a Production Manager in the printing industry include excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as a keen eye for detail. They should have extensive knowledge of printing processes and technologies, budget management, and quality assurance. Knowledge in printing software like Adobe InDesign and QuarkXPress is also beneficial. Although there are no specific certifications required for this role, a bachelor's degree in Printing Management, Business Administration, or a related field is typically preferred. Before becoming a Production Manager, a person may have roles such as a Print Production Coordinator, Print Production Analyst, or a Supervisor in a printing or manufacturing setting.

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Label Production Manager

We are looking for a highly motivated and results-driven Production Manager with extensive experience in flexographic (flexo) printing....

Site Coordinator, Print

  • Boise, ID
  • 12 hours ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 12 hours ago

Site Coordinator, SCA Position Profile The Site Coordinator is responsible for the daily operations of a solo-person site, performing a variety of contracted office services. These may include...

Production Coordinator - onsite position

  • Canonsburg, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Canonsburg, PA
  • 1 day ago

Production Coordinator - onsite position 3.1 3.1 out of 5 stars 701 Technology Drive, Canonsburg, PA 15317 Full-time Heeter Printing Co 14 reviews Full-time Description: At Heeter, we are hiring...

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Production Coordinator

  • Miramar, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Miramar, FL
  • 1 day ago

workflows, suggesting enhancements to streamline processes and reduce errors The ideal candidate: 3-5 years of experience in prepress production coordination or print production management Strong initiative...

Production scheduler

  • Coppell, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Coppell, TX
  • 2 days ago

Are you a rockstar at mulitasking? Do you thrive in a fast paced environment? If so- I have the job for you! Our site in Coppell is looking for a production scheduler for our 1st shift. To be...

Print Production Lead

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago

Print Production Leads manage and maintain the production workflow for print and are the "go to" person in the department for all machine operations and production processes....

Print Services Manager

  • Fargo, ND
  • 2 days ago
  • Fargo, ND
  • 2 days ago

Knowledge of emerging digital printing technologies, finishing equipment, and workflow automation tools....

The purpose of this position is to coordinate print work coming in from various streams for print production, to include but not limited to file prepress, job scheduling and entering jobs into the print...

Production Scheduler

  • Evansville, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • Evansville, IN
  • 3 days ago

Production Scheduler Manufacturing | Silgan Closures Evansville, IN Silgan Closures, a global Fortune 500 leader in sustainable packaging, is seeking a Production Scheduler in Evansville, IN. If...

Production Scheduler 3-Stern

  • Saint Charles, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Charles, IL
  • 3 days ago

Job Description Schedule work to run on manufacturing equipment for one or more of the following areas: Prepress, Press, Bindery/Finishing....

Production Manager

  • Carlstadt, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Carlstadt, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Production Manager to oversee our production processes and ensure that all projects are completed on time and to the highest quality...

Printing Production Scheduler

  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 6 days ago

CAREER DESCRIPTION Printing Production Scheduler Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to...

Production Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago

Production Coordinator The University of Chicago - 4.0 Chicago, IL Job Details Full-time $45,900 - $59,400 a year 11 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off Qualifications Microsoft Word...

Production Coordinator

  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago

Department Press Books Design And Production About the Department Since its origins in 1890 as one of the three main divisions of the University of Chicago, the University of Chicago Press has...

Post- Production Coordinator

  • New York, NY
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 10 days ago

Strong eye for retouching/color and understanding of print production specs. Photoshop proficiency (retouching/color) is a plus....

Production Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Lean Production
Learn how to apply key elements of Lean Production, from minimizing inventory and reducing setup times, to using 5S and Kaizen, in order to improve quality and productivity in your workplace....
Introduction to 3D for Screen Production
Whether youre a screen practitioner, have live action screen production experience, or you have no prior knowledge and simply want to develop an understanding of 3D, this two-week course will arm...
Technology for Continuous Production of Medicines
Feeding, blending, granulation (wet and dry), and tableting are the basic process steps for the production of a tablet. In this course, you will learn about advanced high-speed technologies that...

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Salary for Production Manager Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePrinting research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Production Managers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.1%
High School or GED
20.9%
Associate's Degree
13.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.5%
Master's Degree
6.9%
Some College
4.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Production Managers
1-2 years
29.5%
2-4 years
23.0%
Less than 1 year
22.2%
10+ years
9.9%
None
7.1%
6-8 years
4.5%
4-6 years
3.9%


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