Print Shop Manager at 247 Prints & Marketing Services Limited

Job Description

• Oversees, plans, and directs the activities of a modern printing plant; prepares or directs the preparation of cost estimates; establishes and coordinates methods and procedures for economical and efficient production.
• Confers with institution and departmental representatives on materials to be printed and the priorities and time limits involved, and prepares or directs the preparation of schedules accordingly.
• Supervises directly or through subordinate supervisors a large staff of employees engaged in pre-press preparation, pressroom, and binding operations; plans and directs formal and on-the-job training programs.
• Determines or assists in determining the kind, amount, and location of equipment; requisitions supplies, repair parts, and replacement or additional equipment; directs the cleaning, maintenance, and minor repair of equipment.
• Plans, develops and writes specifications for a wide range of printing and binding jobs to be contracted to commercial printing vendors as needed.
• Directs the preparation and maintenance of necessary records and reports.
• Prioritizes workflow, communicates with production staff daily, and supervises the production process
• Schedules production and installations daily
• Performs quality assurance measures pre- and post-construction
• Communicates with other employees to ensure production is completed on time and with high quality
• Manages the inventory and supplies purchasing
• Supervises basic installations and completes more advanced installations
• Assesses and maintains current technology and works with principals to investigate and potentially introduce new technology, software and equipment to staff
• Trains employees on equipment, tools, and efficiency-building methods
• Serves as a backup for overflow production needs
• Ensures that all necessary paperwork is completed
• Performs other duties as needed, such as answering the phone, helping at the front counter, consulting with customers, and sight visits, etc.
• Expertise operating large format digital printers and equipment to include flatbed, roll to roll, vinyl plotters and laminators
• Proven ability using Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop
• Experience using RIP programs such as Versaworks
• Knowledgeable regarding sign substrates and vinyl films
• Vinyl graphic installation experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient computer and internet skills
• Able to stand for long periods of time.