Vinyl Graphic Technician

DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Vinyl Graphics Technician

TEAM: Manufacturing

REPORTS TO: Graphics Team Lead

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Hourly, Non-Exempt

LOCATION: Headquarters (On-Site)

At the heart of Gable lies a passion that transcends the conventional. We’re more than just creators of visual communications; we’re experts at creating experiences. We believe that every brand, building, and place has a unique story to tell, and our mission is to elevate the way they are seen, experienced, and remembered.

We are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where team members can thrive and contribute to our shared success.

The Vinyl Graphics Technician supports Gable’s manufacturing operations by preparing, producing, and finishing vinyl graphics and related printed materials in accordance with work orders, production layouts, and quality standards. This role is responsible for setting up and running production files and equipment, preparing substrates, labeling and distributing finished parts, and properly disposing of scrap materials.

This position works closely with the Graphics Team Lead and cross‑functional production teams to ensure work is completed accurately, safely, and within allocated project hours. The Vinyl Graphics Technician is expected to maintain a clean and organized work area, communicate production or inventory concerns, and follow all applicable safety and quality procedures.

The following list of functions for this position is not a limitedly defined list. Additional tasks may be required on the job that are not listed below. The list below serves as a guide for the essential functions that are expected from this position by Gable:

Production Setup and Equipment Operation

• Review work orders, layouts, drawings, and production specifications to understand job requirements before beginning work.
• Import, size, and prepare production files in Composer or other applicable production software.
• Set up and operate digital printers, plotters, laminators, and related production equipment in accordance with job requirements and quality standards.
• Load raw materials, run cut files, label completed parts, distribute finished materials to the appropriate areas, and properly dispose of scrap.

Vinyl Fabrication, Finishing, and Quality

• Follow layouts to place computer‑generated vinyl or full‑color graphic images on designated substrates, media, or surfaces.
• Prepare substrates for vinyl application, including cutting, cleaning, laminating, masking, and other required production steps.
• Weed excess vinyl from computer‑cut graphics and perform laminating, mounting, and finishing tasks as assigned.
• Measure materials before and after production to verify accuracy, alignment, color quality, and finished appearance.
• Perform assigned work within allocated project hours while maintaining Gable’s quality standards and production specifications.

Team Communication, Inventory, and Safety

• Report inventory levels, material shortages, and stock reorder needs to the Graphics Team Lead.
• Assist with unloading raw materials and moving materials to the appropriate storage or production areas.
• Communicate production issues, labor needs, equipment concerns, or quality problems to management in a timely manner.
• Maintain cross‑team communication to support job flow, scheduling, and handoffs between production areas.
• Comply with OSHA, MOSH, and company safety procedures, including required PPE, and maintain a clean, safe, organized, and disciplined work environment.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training in graphics, sign production, printing, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in vinyl graphics production, sign fabrication, large‑format printing, or preferred a similar production environment.
• Ability to read work orders, layouts, drawings, measurements, and production specifications accurately.
• Hands‑on experience with vinyl cutting, weeding, masking, laminating, mounting, and application techniques.
• Familiarity with large‑format printers, plotters, laminators, hand tools, and basic production equipment.
• Strong attention to detail,…