Sign Production Specialist

Sign Production Specialist

As a Sign Production Specialist at FASTSIGNS, you will be at the heart of our production operations. You will use your expertise to create high-quality signs and graphics that meet our clients' needs and expectations while maintaining our quality standards.

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Performance Bonus
• Short and Long term disability
• Ongoing Training Opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Operate sign-making equipment such as large format printers, plotters, and laminators.
• Prepare substrates for vinyl application, ensuring surfaces are free of dirt and debris.
• Assemble and install signs, both in the shop and at client locations.
• Accurately follow work orders to meet specifications and deadlines.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure accuracy and quality of completed signs.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment.
• Collaborate with the team to brainstorm creative solutions for projects.
• Assist in inventory management and ordering of supplies as needed.
• Keep abreast of industry trends and new technologies.

Sign Production Specialist Responsibilities

• Follow a layout to place computer-cut vinyl or full-color graphic image(s) on a predetermined substrate or medium.
• Prepare substrates for vinyl application. This may include cutting, painting, laminating, cleaning, and maintaining the substrates for vinyl application.
• Weed excess vinyl from computer-cut images. Weeding techniques vary with size, type of vinyl, and complexity of the image.
• Operate and maintain printer(s).
• Perform quality assurance measures pre- and post-production by accurately reading and interpreting a Work Order and then proofing for errors or unacceptable standards.
• Perform finishing operations such as laminating, encapsulating, and/or mounting printed pieces.
• Perform installations at customer locations or other off-site locations as necessary.
• Communicate with other employees and customers calmly and professionally.
• Report inventory levels and stock to be reordered to the center manager/production manager or franchisee.
• Help unload and store raw materials; clean and maintain storage areas.
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and minor repairs when necessary.
• Serve as backup for graphic designer as necessary.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes.
• Participate in and practice the brand mentality of "Everybody Sells." Constantly be looking for sales opportunities for the center.
• Serve as a backup for answering the phone if the franchisee, manager, and sales/service employees are busy assisting other customers. Assist at the front counter as needed.
• Understand the sales process enough to consult with customers to determine project needs and solutions.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in sign production or a related field is preferred.
• Proficiency with sign software such as Adobe Illustrator, FlexiSIGN, or similar graphic design programs.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with clients and team members.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50lbs and work on ladders or lifts as needed.

Typical Physical Demands

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift 50 or more pounds.
• Flexibility to lean over a waist-high table and use back and forth hand motion to apply vinyl letters and graphics to a substrate.
• Ability to work under pressure to output high volume, high-quality work.
• Ability to use light power equipment.

Compensation: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour At FASTSIGNS, every day is unique and presents exciting opportunities, including new ways to use your talent and grow your skills. We have a large network of independently owned locations - both locally and internationally - who offer competitive pay and ongoing training opportunities. Are you ready to plan for your future? Discover your next career.

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This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to FASTSIGNS Corporate.