Signage Production and Pre-press Manager
The Production Manager takes full ownership of daily print and signage operations, taking projects from initial client contact and quotation through to pre-press, fabrication, and final delivery. This leadership role balances hands‐on technical expertise—specifically in pre‐press setups, digital printing, and vehicle applications with overall workflow scheduling, team supervision, and commercial growth.
Key responsibilities
Oversee end‐to‐end production scheduling and workflow management across all departments.
Input, track, and manage job data using ServiceM8.
Handle pricing, job quoting, tendering, and customer reception as required.
Coordinate logistics, including booking and documenting freight.
Purchase fixings, incidentals, and necessary production supplies.
Identify skill gaps, supervise floor production, and assist leadership with decisions regarding future hires.
Help manage the design process and work alongside the production team to ensure files are technically sound for print and manufacturing.
Prepare production‐ready files with accurate bleeds, cut lines, crop marks, and colour profiles for digital printing,



vinyl graphics, vehicle wraps, and signage.
Conduct thorough pre‐press checks on all files, maintaining organized file structures.
Liaise directly with clients via email, phone, or in person to create initial concepts that meet their needs and budget, guiding jobs through to final sign‐off.
About you
Extensive experience and knowledge within the signage industry (10+ years) with a background in digital printing, pre‐press setups, vehicle applications, and general sign fabrication.
Proven experience in job scheduling, production management, and team leadership.
Proficiency with print workflow software, file preparation, and operational tools (experience with ServiceM8 is a solid advantage).
Strong communication skills for client management, quoting, and team supervision.
Work autonomously with limited or no supervision, maintaining full accountability for team workflow and project turnarounds.
Enforce workplace health and safety (OH&S;) standards, safe working practices, and general workshop upkeep.
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📌 Signage Production And Pre-Press Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Sign Professionals
📍 Melbourne