Production Supervisor - London/Essex

Production Supervisor - London/Essex - £32-38k

Reference: PrintMatch1792

Our client supplies hardware and on-site solutions to events, exhibitions and corporate clients worldwide. They operate a dedicated in-house digital print and finishing division that produces consumables such as event badges, wristbands and branded collateral.

They are seeking an experienced Print Production Supervisor to lead the day-to-day running of their print operations. This role requires a technically skilled and highly organised leader who can ensure every order is received, processed, produced and delivered on time — maintaining exceptional quality standards and efficient workflows across all print and finishing equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily print operations including scheduling, production, finishing and dispatch of all printed consumables and badge products.

• Manage a small team of machine operators and technical staff, ensuring efficient task allocation, training and adherence to quality and safety standards.

• Operate and oversee digital printing and finishing machinery including:

• Epson SurePress digital printer

• Finishing machines (laminators, guillotines, cutters, slitters)

• Fan-folding and packing equipment

• Coordinate production schedules to ensure timely completion of all client orders, prioritising urgent and event-critical deadlines.

• Monitor machine performance and maintenance, scheduling servicing and troubleshooting technical issues to minimise downtime.

• Implement quality-control procedures throughout the production process, ensuring consistent colour, finish, and accuracy on all output.

• Liaise with internal departments (Sales, Operations, Logistics and Events) to confirm specifications, artwork, quantities, and delivery requirements.

• Maintain stock control of print media, inks, ribbons, and finishing materials; plan ahead for large event runs or seasonal spikes.

• Ensure health & safety compliance across all machinery and production areas.

• Drive process improvements, introducing automation, workflow optimisation and cost-efficient production methods.

• Report production KPIs and ensure targets for output, waste reduction and delivery accuracy are consistently achieved.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience managing or supervising a digital print production environment (minimum 5 years preferred).

• Technical expertise in digital print and finishing processes – ideally with experience of Epson SurePress or equivalent digital press.

• Strong working knowledge of print file management, RIP software and colour calibration.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate operators and coordinate multiple production lines under tight deadlines.

• Excellent planning and organisational skills, with an eye for detail and a strong commitment to quality.

• Practical understanding of maintenance schedules, consumable usage, and troubleshooting of print and finishing machinery.

• Knowledge of workflow optimisation, production scheduling and lean manufacturing principles.

• Effective communicator, able to collaborate with commercial, logistics and project teams.

• Flexible, hands-on and proactive approach to problem-solving.

If you have hands-on experience of operating digital print machines and have team leadership qualities, we would love to hear from you so send in your CV ASAP!

Alternatively, we have a number of other vacancies we are currently dealing with across various categories that include: Account Manager, Account Executive, Account Director, Project Manager, Production Manager, Estimator, Buyer, Sales Manager, Sales Executive. Call us on any of the following numbers: 01279 730801 - 07538 088621 - 07538 088625

Production Supervisor - London/Essex - £32-38k

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