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Wide Format Production Manager

NR Consulting LLC

Harrisburg, PA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Best Practices, Brand Marketing (Branding), CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, Color Management, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Graphics, Identify Issues, Inventory Management, LaTeX Typesetting, Leadership, Marketing, Mentoring, Multitasking, OSHA, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Organizational Skills, POP (Post Office Protocol), Point of Sale Installation, Preventive Medicine, Printing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Process Management, Production Control, Production Management, Production Planning, Production Schedule, Production Specifications, Production Support, Production Systems, Project Planning, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Control, RIP (Routing Information Protocol), Resource Management, Retail, Sales Management, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Talent Management, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
Harrisburg, PA
POSTED
19 days ago
Title - Wide Format Production Manager
Duration – Fulltime
Location - Harrisburg, PA (17110)

Job Description:
  • Lead the team. Drive the process. Deliver exceptional work.
  • At this, wide format printing is more than production — it’s execution at the highest level. From retail environments and branded interiors to signage, displays, and large-scale graphics, quality and precision matter in everything we produce.
  • We’re looking for an experienced Wide Format Production Manager to lead our production department, oversee day-to-day operations, and help scale a fast-growing wide format division built around quality, efficiency, accountability, and craftsmanship.
  • This role is ideal for someone with deep industry experience who understands both the technical and operational side of wide format production — someone who can lead a team, solve problems quickly, maintain high production standards, and create a culture focused on execution and continuous improvement.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
  • Leadership, execution, and operational excellence.
  • Production Leadership & Operations
  • Manage all day-to-day wide format production operations
  • Oversee printing, finishing, laminating, mounting, routing, packaging, and production workflow
  • Lead and support production staff, installers, and apprentices
  • Establish and maintain production schedules to ensure deadlines are met
  • Prioritize jobs and allocate resources efficiently across equipment and personnel
  • Monitor throughput, productivity, utilization, and operational efficiency
  • Ensure production standards, consistency, and quality expectations are maintained across all projects
Equipment & Technical Oversight:
  • Oversee operation and maintenance of wide format production equipment
  • Troubleshoot production issues, color challenges, material problems, and workflow bottlenecks
  • Ensure proper machine maintenance schedules and preventative care procedures are followed
  • Maintain knowledge of substrates, vinyls, laminates, inks, finishing techniques, and production best practices
  • Work closely with vendors and service providers when technical issues arise
Quality Control & Process Management:
  • Own quality control throughout the production process
  • Develop and enforce production workflows, SOPs, and operational standards
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and streamline processes
  • Ensure projects are completed accurately, consistently, and on time
  • Review files, proofs, color expectations, and production specifications before release
Team Leadership & Development:
  • Train, mentor, and develop production staff
  • Build a culture focused on accountability, teamwork, quality, and continuous improvement
  • Help recruit, onboard, and develop future production talent
  • Foster a positive, solution-oriented production environment
  • Lead by example through professionalism, urgency, organization, and execution
Cross-Department Collaboration:
  • Work closely with account management, creative, estimating, purchasing, and installation teams
  • Help identify production solutions during project planning and quoting
  • Communicate timelines, challenges, and production updates proactively
  • Support client-facing conversations when technical expertise is required
WHAT YOU BRING:
  • 10+ years of experience in wide format printing, signage, graphics, or print production
  • Proven leadership experience managing production teams and workflows
  • Deep understanding of wide format printing equipment, materials, and finishing processes
  • Strong knowledge of color management, print quality, and production standards
  • Experience with vinyl applications, rigid substrates, retail graphics, displays, and signage production
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Hands-on leadership style with a willingness to jump in when needed
  • Ability to work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail and production quality
  • Experience building operational efficiencies and improving workflows
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Experience with Client Latex, EFI, Canon, or similar wide format production equipment
  • Knowledge of RIP software, file preparation, and production workflows
  • Experience with CNC routing, cutting systems, laminators, and finishing equipment
  • Familiarity with retail graphics, environmental branding, POP/POS displays, and installation preparation
  • Understanding of inventory management, material purchasing, and production planning
  • OSHA/safety awareness and shop management experience
You’ll succeed in this role if you:
  • Lead with accountability and professionalism
  • Stay calm under pressure and solve problems quickly
  • Hold high standards for quality and execution
  • Understand both the technical and operational sides of production
  • Communicate clearly and proactively
  • Take ownership of outcomes — not just tasks
  • Build trust and respect with your team
  • Continuously look for ways to improve workflow, efficiency, and production quality
  • Balance speed with precision
WHY this?
  • We’re building something different — a modern marketing execution company focused on quality, creativity, operational excellence, and execution that clients can trust.
  • you’ll have the opportunity to help shape and grow a production department that supports exciting retail, signage, branding, and display projects across multiple industries.
  • We value people who care about doing things the right way, solving problems, supporting their team, and continuously improving.
  • This is an opportunity to lead, build, mentor, and make a real impact.
  • Lead the process. Elevate the work. Build something exceptional.

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