Operations Manager – Digital Printing

About the role

We are looking for an Operations Manager to lead our digital printing workshop in Ahmadi. The role oversees the full project lifecycle from order confirmation through production, finishing, delivery, installation and final hand‑over, while maintaining close communication with clients and internal teams.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day workshop operations and coordinate resources, suppliers and production schedules.
• Plan and execute digital printing projects from order confirmation through installation and completion.
• Review project specifications, artwork, materials and deadlines before production.
• Develop production schedules, allocate manpower, equipment and materials according to priorities.
• Monitor progress, ensure quality standards, budgets and timelines are met.
• Conduct regular workshop visits and provide hands‑on oversight of production activities.
• Attend client meetings and site visits to discuss specifications, measurements and technical requirements.
• Identify and resolve operational issues to minimise delays and rework.
• Coordinate procurement of printing materials, consumables and other project requirements.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, subcontractors and external service providers.
• Track material usage, wastage, productivity and operational costs, proposing efficiency improvements.
• Ensure equipment maintenance, health, safety and housekeeping standards are upheld.
• Supervise and guide workshop staff to maintain productivity and accountability.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Operations Management, Production, Engineering, Printing Technology or related field (preferred).
• Proven experience in operations, production or project management within digital printing or a closely related industry.
• Practical understanding of digital printing processes, materials, finishing, installation and project execution.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects with varying specifications and deadlines.
• Strong planning, scheduling and resource‑management capabilities.
• Ability to translate client requirements into practical production plans.
• Experience supervising workshop or technical teams.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to manage issues under time‑sensitive conditions.
• Good communication and client‑facing abilities.

Required skills

• Digital printing production processes
• Project scheduling and resource allocation
• Quality control and equipment maintenance
• Procurement and supplier coordination