Large Format Lead Position

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We are seeking an experienced Wide Format & Sign Production Lead to help lead and grow our wide format department. This is a hands-on production leadership role for someone who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, maintaining high quality standards, and helping a team succeed.

• Own the daily workflow and production priorities of the wide format department.
• Produce and finish a variety of wide format products including signs, banners, graphics, decals, and custom applications.
• Prioritize work to meet deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
• Perform quality control before jobs leave the department.
• Communicate capacity constraints, material shortages, equipment issues, and production concerns early.
• Train and support team members on equipment, materials, and production standards.
• Maintain equipment and perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Help improve processes, reduce waste, and increase department efficiency.

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in wide format printing, sign production, graphics production, or a related industry
• Strong working knowledge of wide format digital printing and finishing processes
• Experience operating equipment such as:
  • Roll-to-roll printers
  • UV flatbed printers
  • Laminators
  • Vinyl cutters
  • Routers
• Experience with vinyl application, mounting, laminating, trimming, weeding, masking, and sign assembly
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot production, material, and equipment issues before they become costly mistakes
• Working knowledge of common substrates, vinyls, adhesives, laminates, and their appropriate applications
• Basic math, measuring, and computer skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with sales, design, prepress, and production

• Sees what needs to happen next and takes appropriate action
• Communicates issues early and works toward solutions
• Is comfortable recommending a better production method when appropriate
• Helps train others and shares knowledge freely
• Holds themselves, their department, and their work to a high standard

• Ability to lift and move materials and finished products used in wide format production
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work safely in a production environment

The people who thrive at Alpha Graphics West Houston enjoy staying busy, solving problems, helping customers, and being part of a team that supports one another. Successful team members demonstrate ownership, accountability, collaboration, initiative, and a commitment to continuous improvement. If you're an experienced wide format professional who wants more responsibility than simply running equipment and takes pride in producing exceptional work, we'd love to hear from you.

Compensation: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour

At Alpha Graphics, we offer careers for everyone! Whether you are just starting out, looking for that next great growth opportunity, or seeking a change, we have exciting roles to suit you.

We pride ourselves on our training programs in management, sales, operations, print, signs, design, and marketing. Join us with or without experience, and we will succeed together as a team!