Production Manager

Production Manager

Location:

Leeds

Hours:

8:00am - 5:00pm (Office-Based)

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Production Manager to support the General Manager within a fast-paced and growing vehicle branding and graphics business based in Leeds.

This is a hands-on role where you will oversee day-to-day production operations while also supporting project coordination, client communication and quoting. The position has been created to strengthen the production team and allow senior leadership to focus on business development and client relationships.

The Role

As Production Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating production activity, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to a high standard. You will act as a key link between clients, design and production teams, helping to manage schedules, prepare quotes and support the wider operation.

You will be managing a production team of three people, with plans to grow this to four, ensuring work is organised efficiently across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee and manage day-to-day production operations

Prepare quotes and cost estimates for vehicle branding projects

Liaise with clients regarding project requirements, timelines and updates

Coordinate and schedule production work to meet deadlines

Support the General Manager with operational oversight

Work closely with the design and production teams to ensure accurate job specifications

Ensure efficient use of equipment and materials within the production department

Maintain high standards of quality across all finished work

Production Equipment

The production department currently operates a range of industry equipment including:

2 Epson digital printers

Zund FB cutter

Summa vinyl cutter

Large format laminator

Software

Experience or familiarity with the following software would be beneficial:

Adobe Creative Suite

CorelDRAW

Onyx print software

The Ideal Candidate

Experience with in vehicle graphics, large format print, signage or similar production environments

Strong organisational and project scheduling skills

Experience quoting and managing production workflows

Confident communicating with clients and internal teams

Understanding of design files and artwork for print

Knowledge of vehicle wraps, fleet livery or Chapter 8 safety branding would be advantageous

A proactive and hands-on approach to managing production

What's on Offer

A key operational role within a growing specialist graphics business

Opportunity to shape and develop production processes

Immediate start available

If you have experience managing production within the large format print, signage or vehicle graphics industry and are looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we would love to hear from you