Job Title: Head of Production Operations

Industry: Large Format Printing

Location: Basildon, Essex

Salary: Competitive and based on previous industry experience

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5.30pm

Company Overview

My client is a long-established and innovative Large Format Print company based in Southern Essex, with a proud reputation for quality, speed of service, and our exceptional personal touch. Their expertise includes delivering high-quality printed graphics, managing complex and specialist projects, executing global rollouts, and overseeing expert installations for prestigious clients in a diverse range of business sectors.

Their vision is to continue leading the way in Large Format Printing by embracing their creativity, innovation and strong relationships. As they move forward, they aspire to expand their global reach whilst maintaining their close-knit culture.

Position Overview

The Head of Production Operations will play a pivotal leadership role within the business, overseeing all aspects of the Large Format Production facilities and ensuring the seamless delivery of exceptional printed products and services. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this role will be responsible for driving operational excellence, production efficiency, quality standards and team performance across production, logistics and installation departments.

The ideal candidate will bring proven leadership experience within the Large Format Print sector, excellent communication skills, and an inspiring approach to team management. They will thrive in a fast-paced environment, capable of balancing operational priorities with long-term business goals. Deadline-oriented, with a passion for quality and sustainability, they will help shape the future of our production operations, supported by talented and dedicated teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership
• People and Team Management
• Quality and Technical Oversight
• Strategic and Commercial Contribution

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior production or operations leadership role within Large Format Printing.
• Comprehensive knowledge of large format printing technologies, materials, and finishing processes.
• Experience in production planning and scheduling to meet varied and demanding deadlines.
• Strong understanding of workflow optimisation and quality control.
• Demonstrable experience managing complex and prestigious projects.
• Sound understanding of Health and Safety compliance and best practice with a production environment.
• Calm and confident under pressure, capable of managing multiple projects within tight deadlines. Hands-on, proactive and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

If you're interested in this opportunity, then we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV to the link attached and a member of KRG Print will be in touch for a confidential chat.