Senior Production Manager (cape town)

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Production Manager to lead and oversee all aspects of production within a high-volume digital print environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing production operations, improving efficiencies, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring on-time delivery across multiple print projects and client accounts.

This role requires strong leadership skills, deep technical knowledge of digital printing processes, and proven experience within the print manufacturing industry.

Key responsibilities

• Manage daily production operations across digital print departments.
• Lead, motivate, and develop production teams to achieve operational targets.
• Ensure all production schedules are met efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Oversee workflow planning, resource allocation, and capacity management.
• Monitor and maintain high standards of print quality and finishing.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity and reduce waste.
• Ensure preventative maintenance schedules are implemented for all production equipment.
• Work closely with sales, customer service, design, and dispatch teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Manage stock control and procurement of production materials.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Analyse production data and prepare operational performance reports.

Assist with budgeting, cost control, and opera

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