Print Production Project Manager
Location: Carlsbad, CA (In-Office)
Hudson Printing is looking for an organized, detail-oriented Print Production Project Manager (PPM) to coordinate projects from order entry through final delivery. You'll be the primary link between our sales team, production departments, and customers—ensuring every job is accurate, on schedule, and produced to Hudson's quality standards.
This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, communicates well, solves problems quickly, and enjoys keeping multiple projects moving efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Review project specifications with sales representatives
- Enter jobs into our production system accurately and completely
- Coordinate with prepress, digital, large format, finishing, and specialty departments
- Review proofs for accuracy before sending to customers
- Manage the proof approval process and communicate updates to clients
- Monitor projects throughout production to ensure quality, deadlines, and specifications are met
- Perform final quality checks prior to delivery
- Coordinate shipping, delivery, and customer pickups
- Resolve production issues quickly and keep projects on track
- Help improve workflow, communication, and production efficiency
Qualifications
- Experience in print project management, production coordination, customer service, or a related print industry role
- Working knowledge of commercial print production processes
- Ability to read and understand print-ready files
- Familiarity with paper stocks, finishing methods, and large format materials
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Strong attention to detail and follow-through
- Professional communication and customer service skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude
Preferred (Not Required)
- Graphic design experience or proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop
Why Hudson?
Hudson Printing has been serving Southern California for more than 20 years, producing everything from commercial print and direct mail to large format graphics, signage, specialty finishing, and installation. We're looking for someone who wants to be part of a collaborative team where organization, accountability, and continuous improvement are valued.
If you enjoy managing complex projects, working with customers, and seeing great ideas come to life, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Explain the differences between digital, offset, and large format printing, and provide an example of a project that would be best suited for each method.
- When reviewing a print-ready PDF proof, what specific elements do you check before releasing it to production?
Education:
Experience:
- Project management: 3 years (Required)
- Print Industry: 3 years (Required)
Language:
Work Location: In person
