Commercial Sign Maker

Position also known as:
Sign Fabricator, Production Specialist

PLEASE NOTE: This position requires limited design responsibilities. If you are solely a graphic designer without sign production experience, please do not apply.

Horizon Sign Company is looking for an experienced Sign Maker to join our team. The Sign Maker is a professional, solution-oriented individual who pays attention to detail, works well in a fast-paced team environment, and can efficiently manage many projects  are looking for a positive individual with a growth mindset.

• Production of various types of signs, including applying vinyl, laminating, cutting, painting, cleaning, etc.
• Estimate cost and time for sign and graphics projects, and providing clients with formal quotes for proposed work
• Consult with clients, including answering phones, emails, and online queries
• Conduct site surveys for new leads to gather and document all required details for fabrication, permitting, and installation
• Coordinate with graphic design team to generate mockups and proofs for clients
• Perform quality assurance measures, pre- and post-production
• Ability to assist with sign and graphics installations, as needed
• Monitor inventory, to include tracking, ordering, and storage
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of production areas, storage spaces, and company vehicle
• Perform routine machine maintenance and minor repairs, as needed
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, support departments, suppliers, etc.
• Accurately track electronic and paper records related to jobs
• Learn new technologies, skills, and techniques for continuous self-improvement
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes
• Perform other duties, as assigned

• 5+ years of experience as a professional sign maker
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Large format digital printing experience (HP Latex printing, roll‑to‑roll Laminator, Graphtec plotter)
• Expertise in using Adobe Design tool suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.)
• Experience with RIP software (Onyx and Versa works preferred)
• Valid Driver’s License
• Able to work well under pressure to output high volume, high-quality work
• Able to work outdoors in various weather conditions for long periods of time
• Able to lift 75 or more pounds
  
  Must have the flexibility to lean over a waist‑high table and use back‑forth hand motions to apply vinyl letters and graphics to a substrate
• Able to use light power equipment

• Laser cutting/engraving or router experience
• Vehicle wrap installation
• Certified installation professional (3M, Avery, etc.)
• Knowledgeable in color management

• Position:
  Full-time (8‑hour shifts, Monday through Friday)
• Pay: commensurate with experience
• Benefits:
  Health insurance, paid vacation, paid personal days
• Work Location:
  
  Office in Brentwood. Installations throughout the Greater St. Louis area.
• Typical hours: 8am to 5pm

Compensation: $24.00 - $34.00 per hour