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Print Estimator / Production Manager

Employer
JPL Print Ltd
Location
B62 8BH, Halesowen
Salary
£25,000 - £30,000
Closing date
13 Jun 2022

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Job Sector
Media & Creative
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Print Estimator / Production Manager
Halesowen, B62 8BH

JPL Print and Design are a leading print company within Halesowen. We work across both Litho and Large Format printing to offer our customers the broadest range of print possible.

JPL are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive estimator/production manager to join their team. This role will be based in our modern offices in Halesowen. Print is a fast-paced industry, and the ability to work with swift turnarounds is essential. There are also great progression opportunities.

Location: Halesowen

Hours: Mon – Fri (8 am – 5 pm)

Wage: £25,000-£30,000

Main Duties

  • Pricing of Digital Print, Large Format Print, Litho Print, Print Finishing, and Instillations.
  • Creation of job estimates for new products
  • Ensuring the quote provides quality and value for money to the client whilst remaining commercially viable for the company.
  • Handling of all incoming orders within 24 hours.
  • Scheduling print jobs to optimise resources.
  • Raise and monitor the progress of outsourced print and finishing work
  • Liaising with the in-house design team, customer service and sales department.
  • Liaising with suppliers to source appropriate materials, quotes, turnarounds etc.
  • Working closely with our Accounts team to provide structure and guidance at the early quoting stages and beyond.
  • Review pricing regularly
  • Problem-solving to bring a project into spec, turnaround and on budget.
  • Associated admin work.

Key Skills

  • Excellent level of print estimating experience (Ideally Tharstens / Clarity)
  • Experience in production management
  • Buying experience for digital, litho, large format and finishing
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Sound knowledge of commercial print process
  • Must be computer literate, including Microsoft Office, Word and Excel

 

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