YO61 (20–30 mins from York) | £26,000–£28,000 | Full‑time, on‑site
A well‑established specialist print business near York is looking for a practical, organised Production & Purchasing Coordinator to join their friendly, close‑knit team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a hands‑on environment, and takes real satisfaction in keeping things running smoothly.
The company produces custom printed cards for clients across the UK and overseas, and the production team sits right at the heart of the operation. The successful candidate will work closely with suppliers, check artwork and proofs, track orders, and help ensure every job is delivered accurately and on time.
This is a small business where everyone supports each other, the atmosphere is relaxed but busy, and no two days look the same.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinating orders from approval through to production and dispatch
- Checking artwork and approving supplier proofs
- Selecting the right supplier for each job based on cost, quality, and lead time
- Tracking deliveries and resolving delays
- Updating the CRM (Zoho) and keeping workflows accurate
- Supporting dispatch when needed — the team works collaboratively and helps each other out
Ideal Candidate
- Excellent attention to detail
- Calm, organised, and able to juggle multiple tasks
- Confident communicating with suppliers and colleagues
- Comfortable using spreadsheets and systems
- Proactive, reliable, and happy to take ownership
Desirable experience (training provided):
Print, production, manufacturing, supply chain, or working with artwork/proofs.
What the Company Offers
- A warm, supportive small‑business culture
- A varied role where your work genuinely makes a difference
- Flexible start/finish times after probation
- 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Additional Christmas shutdown and your birthday off
- Casual dress and company events
- Free onsite parking
- Beautiful countryside location
If you know someone who enjoys being part of a collaborative team and wants a role where they can make a real impact day‑to‑day, this opportunity could be a great fit.
