Production Manager Jobs

A Production Manager in the printing industry is responsible for overseeing the production process, from the initial design to the final product. They ensure that the production is cost-effective, timely, and meets quality standards. They are involved in planning and organizing production schedules, estimating and negotiating budgets, and managing the resources necessary to produce the print materials. Additionally, they supervise and evaluate the performance of production staff, ensure that health and safety regulations are met, and work closely with other departments to improve production and implement new technologies.

Important skills for a Production Manager in the printing industry include excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as a keen eye for detail. They should have extensive knowledge of printing processes and technologies, budget management, and quality assurance. Knowledge in printing software like Adobe InDesign and QuarkXPress is also beneficial. Although there are no specific certifications required for this role, a bachelor's degree in Printing Management, Business Administration, or a related field is typically preferred. Before becoming a Production Manager, a person may have roles such as a Print Production Coordinator, Print Production Analyst, or a Supervisor in a printing or manufacturing setting.

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Smyth Companies

Production Manager

The Production Manager role will oversee Finishing manufacturing and Warehouse operational areas of flexographic pressure sensitive label production....

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Valhalla, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Valhalla, NY
  • 8 days ago

Join us at Easterseals NY- Valhalla for an exciting career as a Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist. Salary Range - $65,000-80,000 Position Summary: Easterseals-Valhalla is seeking a Speech...

Marketing Production Manager

  • Glen Raven, NC
  • moments ago
  • Glen Raven, NC
  • moments ago

Experience managing print production and sample tools is required, with a strong preference for in-house or supplier experience....

Editorial and Production Coordinator

  • Stanford, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Stanford, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Comprehensive familiarity with all phases of book production, including copy, editorial, project management, art and design basics, and both traditional and digital printing....

Production Coordinator II Johns Hopkins University

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 7 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 7 hours ago

This position reports to the Journals Production Manager. The Press is committed to honoring every person?...

Print Production Manager

  • Hartford, CT
  • 14 hours ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 14 hours ago

Production Manager plays a pivotal role in orchestrating the planning, estimating and delivery of all print production activities....

Print Project Manager

  • Austin, TX
  • 18 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 18 hours ago

Familiarity with creative concepts, practices and procedures specific to design, graphics and print production is mandatory....

Production Coordinator II

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 18 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 18 hours ago

This position reports to the Journals Production Manager....

Project Manager (Print Production)

  • Hartford, CT
  • 18 hours ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 18 hours ago

Nice-to-Have Skills: Experience in commercial printing industries. The target hiring compensation range for this role is $45.04 to $50.05 an hour....

Production Planner - Part Time

  • Binghamton, NY
  • 22 hours ago
  • Binghamton, NY
  • 22 hours ago

Triple Cities Metal Finishing Production Planner - Part Time in Binghamton , New York 18-24 per hour Weekly Pay! | 69-93 Eldredge Street, Binghamton, NY, USA | Hourly | Part Time C.H. Thompson is...

STATE PROFILE SUMMARY: Supervises, guides, assist and/or instructs the work assignments of subordinate staff. Coordinates the workforce, physical plant, inventory and equipment in production...

Production Coordinator

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Dover Precision Components is seeking a Production Coordinator for our Cook Compression brand, located at our South Houston/ Pearland, TX facility. We offer competitive pay and benefits, career...

Worship Production Manager

  • Wylie, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Wylie, TX
  • 1 day ago

Worship Production Manager The Cross Church Wylie, Texas Role OverviewThe Worship Production Manager gives leadership to all the technical elements necessary to produce live and online worship services...

Production Planner

  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago

Production Planner 8001 Greenpine Road, Richmond, VA, USA Full Time Are you looking for a career that challenges you and gives you the opportunity to learn and grow every day? Oliver Inc. is...

Production Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Lean Production
Learn how to apply key elements of Lean Production, from minimizing inventory and reducing setup times, to using 5S and Kaizen, in order to improve quality and productivity in your workplace....
Crop Production and Soil Management
Enhance your knowledge on crop production and sustainable soil management! Study principles of production ecology, crop & animal production, and soil importance. Explore yield gaps,...
Technology for Continuous Production of Medicines
Feeding, blending, granulation (wet and dry), and tableting are the basic process steps for the production of a tablet. In this course, you will learn about advanced high-speed technologies that...

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Salary for Production Manager Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePrinting research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Production Managers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.8%
High School or GED
21.2%
Associate's Degree
13.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.6%
Master's Degree
6.8%
Some College
4.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Production Managers
1-2 years
29.5%
2-4 years
23.0%
Less than 1 year
22.2%
10+ years
9.9%
None
7.1%
6-8 years
4.5%
4-6 years
3.9%


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