SURESTAFF is hiring a for a Production Manager for a large printing client in Morton Grove, IL. The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing print projects from initial planning through final fulfillment, ensuring that each project is completed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule. This role partners cross-functionally with clients, creative teams, production departments, vendors, and department leaders to coordinate project requirements, resources, timelines, and production activities.
SURESTAFF is invested in their team members! All temp to hire employees are offered competitive compensation ($34-40/hr.) as well as a benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).
Available shifts include: Full-Time, Monday-Friday 1st shift
Responsibilities of the Production Manager:
- Coordinate print projects from job setup through final fulfillment, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely delivery.
- Maintain professional relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
- Review and process job tickets, estimates, production plans, schedules, and project requirements.
- Coordinate creative and production requirements, resources, timelines, and priorities.
- Monitor project status and ensure work meets SLAs, client specifications, and quality standards.
- Maintain and utilize EFI Pace to support accurate and efficient job execution.
- Provide project updates, communicate changes, and escalate issues as needed.
- Coordinate coverage to ensure continuity of work and client service.
- Manage production expectations and collaborate across departments to resolve challenges.
- Coordinate assigned print vendors and ensure production requirements and expectations are met.
Required Qualifications of the Production Manager:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.
- 3–5 years of experience in a print production or related manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of print production processes and workflows.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
- Proficiency with computer systems and business software; experience with EFI Pace preferred.
About Surestaff
At Surestaff, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast. With an estimated yearly revenue of $295 million, Surestaff was recently named one of the largest staffing firms in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).
We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle. Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us:
Access to a wide range of job opportunities
Competitive pay
Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP)
Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions
Electronic weekly pay
Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support
Surestaff also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer.
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Our commitment to speed-to-hire means we work efficiently to get you placed in the right role, fast. If you're ready to take control of your career, explore exciting opportunities, and gain experience that lasts, then Surestaff is the place for you. Let’s get started today!