Production Manager Jobs in Illinois

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 Project Manager

  • Elgin, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Elgin, IL
  • 1 day ago

EDUCATION, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCES: Three (3) years of print experience: Project Manager, CSR, Account Manager, Production Planner, Print Estimator One (1) - three (3) year of Print Production...

Print Shop Manager - Sun-Th

  • Skokie, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Skokie, IL
  • 3 days ago

WALDER EDUCATION Walder Education empowers teachers with trusted, high-quality classroom and curricular resources to transform Torah education in Chicago and beyond. Every child deserves the best...

Production Coordinator

  • Vandalia, IL
  • 18 days ago
  • Vandalia, IL
  • 18 days ago

Production Coordinator 2090 Wagner St, Vandalia, IL 62471, USA Req #2924 Monday, March 3, 2025 See yourself at Odyssey. Join the team as our new Production Coordinator! Who We Are & Why Were...

Student Employee, Production Manager (Blazer)

  • Joliet, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Joliet, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Position Title: Student Employee, Production Manager (Blazer) Job Description: Student Employee, Production Manager - Blazer POSITION TITLE: Student Employee, Production Manager - Blazer STATUS: Part...

Remote Video Production Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 45+ days ago

Remote Video Production Coordinator DLA Piper - 3.7 Chicago, IL Job Details Full-time $65,168 - $84,722 a year 6 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance...

Remote Work

Engineering Manager - Print Operations

  • Bridgeview, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bridgeview, IL
  • 60+ days ago

Qualifications Required Qualifications: BS in an Engineering discipline with at least 7 years of applicable dry offset printing experience Will consider at candidates without BS in Engineering if they...

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Salary for Production Manager Jobs in Illinois

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

Highest Education Level

Production Managers in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.8%
High School or GED
21.2%
Associate's Degree
13.8%
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 Illinois
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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