Senior Officer - Printing

Unique Publication (Unique Group of Institutions) is looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Officer – Printing to manage printing and stationery operations across all its campuses in Lahore. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in offset printing, press machine operations, print quality control, costing, and vendor management. This full-time position demands someone who can efficiently handle daily printing tasks while ensuring high-quality output and cost-effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities
Manage and monitor daily printing and stationery orders to ensure smooth and timely operations. Maintain accurate Excel records for all printing jobs, tracking order status, costs, and delivery schedules. Regularly visit printing presses to oversee production progress, verify print quality, and ensure compliance with approved designs. Inspect, count, and verify delivered materials before completing inward procedures in the system. Review book designs, soft files, dummy samples, and approvals, ensuring proper documentation is maintained throughout the process. Prepare costing sheets, monitor printing expenses, and identify opportunities to reduce costs without compromising quality. Verify printing invoices and bills before submitting them to the Department Manager for approval. Identify, evaluate, and manage printing vendors based on quality, pricing, and delivery performance. Coordinate closely with Marketing, CDD, and R&D departments regarding printing requirements, designs, and samples to ensure alignment. Ensure timely completion of printing jobs and submit daily progress reports to the Department Manager. Monitor printing machines and maintain cleanliness and organization of printing rooms to uphold operational standards.

Required Qualifications
A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in the printing industry is essential. Strong practical knowledge of offset printing and printing press machine operations is required. Proven experience in printing production, quality inspection, and material verification is necessary. Proficiency in Excel for maintaining costing sheets, billing verification, and record management is expected. Excellent vendor negotiation, coordination, and follow-up skills are critical. Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to consistently meet strict deadlines is mandatory.

Compensation and Work Location
The role offers a competitive monthly salary ranging from Rs90,000 to Rs130,000. This position requires the candidate to work on-site at the Lahore location.

Unique Publication offers a dynamic work environment where precision and efficiency in printing operations are highly valued. This role provides an excellent opportunity for candidates with the required skills and experience to make a significant contribution to the institution’s printing and stationery management.