NEW VACANCY! (PT3231) HANDS ON PRINT PRODUCTION MANAGER REQUIRED EAST LONDON SALARY: £35K-£40K (Potentially some wiggle room) 20 Days Holidays Bank Holidays Company Bonus Hours Monday - Friday 40 hour week We are currently recruiting for a Hand On Print Production Manager for a client based in East London The successful candidate will be responsible for managing production schedules, ensuring smooth workflow and providing day-to-day leadership to a small team of two. Key Responsibilities Oversee daily print operations including scheduling, production, finishing and dispatch of all printed consumables and badge products. Manage a small team of machine operators and technical staff, ensuring efficient task allocation, training and adherence to quality and safety standards. Operate and oversee digital printing and finishing machinery including: Epson SurePress digital printer, finishing machines (laminators, guillotines, cutters, slitters) Fan-folding and packing equipment. Coordinate production schedules to ensure timely completion of all client orders, prioritising urgent and event-critical deadlines. Monitor machine performance and maintenance, scheduling servicing and troubleshooting technical issues to minimise downtime. Implement quality-control procedures throughout the production process, ensuring consistent colour, finish, and accuracy on all output. Liaise with internal departments (Sales, Operations, Logistics and Events) to confirm specifications, artwork, quantities and delivery requirements. Maintain stock control of print media, inks, ribbons, and finishing materials; plan ahead for large event runs or seasonal spikes. Ensure health & safety compliance across all machinery and production areas. Drive process improvements, introducing automation, workflow optimisation and cost-efficient production methods. Report production KPIs and ensure targets for output, waste reduction and delivery accuracy are consistently achieved