Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: Production Manager
Location: Brooklyn Park, MN
Company: Identification Services, Inc DBA IDLine

About Us

We are a specialty printing company with in-house capabilities in UV printing, HP Indigo, sublimation, and screen printing . We’re a leader in name badges, laminated event credentials, and custom print solutions with a fast-paced environment.

We’re hiring a Production Manager to take ownership of daily production operations, scheduling, materials coordination, and team leadership.

Position Overview

The Production Manager ensures that jobs move efficiently through the shop — from scheduling and materials to team coordination and deadlines. This person works closely with production staff, sales, and purchasing to deliver high-quality products on time, every time.

This is a hands-on leadership role , not a desk-only position.

Responsibilities

Production Scheduling & Workflow

• Create daily and weekly production schedules
• Assign jobs based on press type, staffing, and deadlines
• Manage rush orders and changes from sales
• Oversee job flow across printing, finishing, and shipping

Team Leadership

• Lead and support production team
• Train operators and enforce quality and safety standards
• Monitor performance, engagement, and shift coverage

Materials & Purchasing Coordination

• Order unique or specialty materials as needed
• Partner with part-time purchasing agent on regular inventory
• Track stock levels for inks, substrates, badges, laminates, and consumables

Cross-Department Coordination

• Serve as the main communication link with the sales team
• Clarify specs, proofs, deadlines, and changes
• Report on production status, risks, and completion timelines

Quality & Efficiency

• Reduce rework and prevent bottlenecks
• Track output, waste, and throughput
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and downtime planning

Qualifications

• 3+ years in print manufacturing or related production environment
• Experience with one or more methods: UV, Indigo, screen, or sublimation
• Proven scheduling and production planning background
• Leadership or team lead/supervisor experience required
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Performance or production bonus
• Health insurance/LTD/STD/Dental
• PTO / vacation
• 401(k) or retirement plan
• Paid holidays (8)

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