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gpac · 9 hours ago

Wide Format Print Production Manager

Fort Worth, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$60K/yr - $75K/yr

3+ years exp

gpac is a rapidly growing and well regarded Graphics & Sign Company in the DFW market. They are seeking an Experienced Wide Format Production Manager to manage print production and ensure high quality output while fostering relationships with clients and the production team.

ConsultingHuman Resources

Responsibilities

Pre-press - Well versed in multiple files and able to manipulate for optimum quality

Workflow management - Effectively manages daily workflow

Reviews work orders first thing to set up a daily schedule and lead production meeting with the owner and production team to review and confirm work orders and corresponding deadlines

Production - manages all aspects of print production, laminating, mounting and finishing, etc

Misprints - Keeps rework/errors to a minimum- pays close attention to the work order details, reviews specifics in a production meeting for alignment, raises questions when there are inconsistencies

Quality- high quality is one of our competitive differentiators. Must be able to discern good from the bad. Proactively brings questionable quality to the team in time to resolve issues by client deadlines

Problem Solving- knows the printers and software well enough to problem-solve solutions

Well versed in graphic design applications, good ability to translate a design order into an accurate proof for customers

Provide general graphic design services for clientele, as needed

Ensures all materials are on-site to support production. Proactive in telling owner when new materials required to order

Executes routine maintenance on equipment to ensure it stays in good working order

Qualification

Print production experienceGraphic design softwareWorkflow managementAttention to detailProblem solvingGraphic installation experienceSelf-motivatedCommunication skills

Required

Solid experience (3+ years) in print production and finishing, either through formal training or past positions

Good overall understanding of the digital printing process and best practices

Experience in lamination, mounting, and print finishing work

Well-versed and fluent in PC operated design programs including Photoshop and Illustrator

Strong attention to detail fused with great multitasking ability

Self-motivated with the ability to work independently

High energy with strong communication skills

Punctual, arriving on time or proactively advising the team if there will be an issue and targets on-time departure

Maintains a professional appearance, manner, and communications when dealing with customers and other team members

Proactively provides suggestions for improvement in processes, equipment, materials, etc. that will help grow the business through improved quality, cost savings, and/or efficiency