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WH Bence are looking for a hands-on and experienced Production Manager to lead their busy print and finishing operations!
Location: Yate, Bristol BS37 5NG
Starting Salary: £32.000 PA
Job Type: Full – Time, Permanent
Hours: 8:30 – 17:30, Mon to Fri (30 mins unpaid break)
About Us:
WH Bence is a leading specialist in designing and manufacturing transportable solutions for the Medical, Emergency Services, and Hospitality sectors.
We build mobile units for the NHS and private healthcare providers, including Breast Screening Clinics, MRI and CT units. We also supply Emergency Services with Command Centres, Fire Appliances, and Incident Welfare Units. Our bespoke projects range from hospitality trailers to race car transporters and mobile solutions for private and corporate clients.
As a family-owned business with over 40 years of industry experience, we pride ourselves on our close-knit team culture and high standards. We’re now on the lookout for a proactive and organised Service Administrator to support our Service and Transport Team.
This is a great opportunity to play a key role in helping us maintain and manage our fleet of specialist vehicles across the UK.
Production Manager – The Role:
We're looking for a hands-on and experienced Production Manager to lead our busy print and finishing operations. You’ll be responsible for overseeing day-to-day workflow, managing production staff, maintaining quality standards, and driving process improvements to ensure the efficient delivery of our specialist projects. Your duties will include:
- Oversee daily production operations, including print, laser, finishing, and stock management, ensuring workflows run efficiently and meet project deadlines
- Manage and coordinate production teams, assigning tasks, supporting development, and fostering a positive and safe working environment
- Liaise with internal teams, including designers and project managers, to ensure smooth project delivery from planning to installation
- Maintain quality control standards, identifying issues early, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
- Drive process improvements, streamlining workflows, introducing new strategies, and contributing to continuous operational efficiency
- Ensure compliance and organisation, keeping work areas safe and tidy while staying updated on industry standards and best practices
Production Manager – You:
- Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Adobe Illustrator
- Experience using RIP software for print, plotter, or laser-based production systems
- A solid understanding of print and finishing processes, including materials, equipment, and workflow planning
- Good leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a small team to meet deadlines and quality expectations
- Physically fit and capable of manual handling tasks, including lifting and moving media rolls and materials
Application Process:
If you think you’ve got what it takes and want to join a passionate, hardworking team - we’d love to hear from you.
Click ‘Apply’ now to submit your application for this exciting Production Manager opportunity!
