Production Manager Jobs in California

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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Print Production Manager

  • Marina del Rey, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Marina del Rey, CA
  • 6 days ago

production and design best practices...

Print Production Coordinator

  • El Segundo, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA
  • 8 days ago

Print Production Coordinator Location: El Segundo CA Job Type: Full-Time, 3-Month Contract with high likelihood of extending or converting to permanent....

Print Production Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 19 days ago

Job Title: Site Manager Summary As a Site Manager, you are the guiding force behind our team, blending warmth and efficiency to ensure seamless operations. Leading by example, you nurture a...

Sourcing and Production Manager, Amazon Music Merch

  • Culver City, CA
  • 20 days ago
  • Culver City, CA
  • 20 days ago

The Sourcing and Production Manager will assist the Sr Production Manager in driving the ideation around and execution of product development and production process from initial design concept through...

Production Manager

  • Irvine, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 25 days ago

Production Manager Super Color Digital has been successfully developing graphic solutions for over a quarter century....

Print Shop Manager

  • Irvine, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 60+ days ago

*Printing Experience and Large Format Printing is Required!...

Design and Production Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Stay informed about vendors, technology, and standards for image capture, pre-press, digital and print production, and digital conversion. Manage all Getty image assets and archival files....

Temporary Senior Production Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 90+ days ago

Responsibilities This position will have two direct reports: Production Manager and Production Coordinator Work closely with Production Manager to action last minute changes while maintaining calendar...

Production Coordinator

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 90+ days ago

The Production Coordinator assists with all data entry and tracking of production budgets in coordination with Department Chair and Faculty or Staff Production Manager....

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Salary for Production Manager Jobs in California

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

Highest Education Level

Production Managers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.0%
High School or GED
21.0%
Associate's Degree
13.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.6%
Master's Degree
6.8%
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 in California
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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