About the position
The Department of Business Services at the University of Virginia (UVA) is seeking a Print Production Manager to oversee daily operations and provide supervision to staff while ensuring the effective use of resources to produce high-quality printed materials in a timely manner. The University of Virginia has a rich history of producing global citizen leaders and groundbreaking research, and as it enters its third century, it remains committed to fostering an environment that supports innovation, community, service, and social justice. The Print Production Manager will play a crucial role in achieving the department's goals by managing production activities across the main facility and satellite copy centers, which includes overseeing Estimating, Order Entry, Prepress, Offset Press Operations, Digital Operations, Finishing Operations, Bulk Mailing, Wide Format Printing, fulfillment, and delivery. In this role, the Print Production Manager will provide direct supervision to working supervisors and leads, while also being indirectly responsible for other production personnel. They will coordinate charge-back and expense reporting, data collection, and physical inventory maintenance with the departmental business office. The goals for this position will be established in coordination with the Senior Director of Print Services, and the manager will be expected to work independently to achieve these objectives. The Print Production Manager will also be responsible for ensuring efficient workflow processes, enforcing quality control procedures, maintaining equipment, implementing workflow software/tools, and fostering a collaborative work environment that encourages continuous learning and skill development. Excellent customer service standards will also be a priority to meet or exceed customer expectations.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct supervision to production staff and coordinate production scheduling and resources daily.
- Ensure efficient workflow processes to optimize production and ensure timely delivery of print materials.
- Collaborate with team members to streamline processes and identify opportunities for workflow improvement.
- Enforce quality control procedures to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to brand standards in all printed materials.
- Ensure that equipment is well maintained, and that staff follows safety protocols.
- Implement and manage workflow software/tools to enhance productivity.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages continuous learning and skill development.
- Implement and maintain excellent customer service standards to meet or exceed customer expectations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent required
- At least four years printing management experience required
- Valid Virginia driver's license required
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development opportunities
- Flexible scheduling options
