Large Format Production Studio Manager

2 weeks ago


Ashford, Kent, United Kingdom Kairos Recruitment Full time

**About Kairos Recruitment**

Kairos Recruitment is a UK-based leader in providing large format POS and display solutions, specialising in the automotive and retail sectors.

We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to join our production team based in Kent. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing production planning, scheduling, and ensuring seamless operation of the production studio, operators, and account managers.

**Key Responsibilities:**

  • Coordinate and lead production meetings to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
  • Verify job specifications to guarantee accurate project delivery within agreed timelines.
  • Foster team accountability by overseeing production processes, quality control measures, and fulfilment targets.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive schedules for campaigns and events, ensuring successful project outcomes.
  • Offer technical guidance and support to account managers and clients as needed to facilitate project execution.
  • Manage factory administration systems and tools efficiently to streamline operations.
  • Hold account managers responsible for meeting critical production schedules and maintaining job standards.
  • Generate detailed reports on cost analysis, waste reduction efforts, delivery processes, and quality standards.
  • Collaborate with vendors to identify opportunities for process improvement and implement optimal production solutions.
  • Work closely with internal teams and external vendors to develop innovative packaging and display solutions.
  • Encourage a culture of continuous learning and development to enhance knowledge, skills, and growth opportunities within the production teams.

**Requirements:**

  • Digital Large Format Production: 10 years (preferred).
  • Leadership Role.
  • Production management, planning & scheduling experience.
  • Experience in a similar environment - retail marketing and/or agency, printer, project management or supply chain management environment.
  • Experience in cardboard manufacturing.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in digital large format production, leadership, and production management, with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. A salary of up to £40,000 DOE is offered depending on experience.



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