Overview
Our client is a highly dynamic fast growing print business.
Role Summary
The chosen candidate will be required to drive and develop all print production operations, enhance the customer experience, drive efficiency and enable new product opportunities. This is a hands‑on role. It will involve working closely with the Managing Director in collaboration with fellow directors from Technology, Ecommerce, Commercial and Marketing, driving continued growth and internal systems to greater efficiency. As Operations Director, you will lead a team of departmental managers and production staff across Job Management, Pre‑Press, Wide Format, Digital Printing, Offset Printing, Finishing, Bindery, Fulfilment, Stock and Delivery.
Applicants Must
Applicants must have a recent background in digital print.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the team daily with a pragmatic determination to complete and finish projects to plan and KPI.
* Remove issues completely rather than managing them daily, developing solutions that include lean processes, machinery, MIS, workflow, bespoke software, training, personal development or recruitment.
* Collaborate closely with the business and customers to understand overall market requirements and help translate strategic and product priorities into robust production solutions.
* Develop and manage relationships with equipment, technology and supply chain partners.
* Provide a production solution product which internal and external customers trust and enjoy.
* Identify, develop or deliver production solutions.
Areas of Responsibility
* Lean, process engineering and automation.
* Training and staff development.
* Resource planning and cost management.
* Contract and supplier management.
* Operator performance.
* Colour management.
* ISO management.
* Logistics.
Status
This position has now been filled.
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