Production Specialist

Production Specialist The Production Specialist has a primary role working in the PRODUCTION room creating signs and graphics for our customers. FULL OR PART TIME. This position is responsible for all aspects of the physical construction and assembling of signs from computer cut vinyl and wide format full color printouts. Sign assembly includes preparing substrates and applying vinyl or other media, mounting and/or laminating prints and operating and setting up the laminator for over-laminating, encapsulation, or mounting of digital imaged products. according to instructions. Proofreading signs and conducting quality assurance to ensure the accuracy of signs is also a responsibility. May also be asked to assist with onsite installations. Salary commensurates with experience. Production Room Responsibilities: Prioritize each day to schedule the workflow efficiently and cost-effectively. Follow a layout to place computer-generated vinyl or full color graphic image(s) on a pre-determined substrate or medium. Prepare substrates for application. This may include cutting, painting, laminating, cleaning and maintaining the substrates for application. Maintain and operate printer(s) as required. Printers may include solvent ink, latex ink and/or UV curable ink. Weed excess vinyl from computer cut images. Weeding techniques vary with size, type of vinyl and complexity of image. Know how and when to use each technique. Perform quality assurance measures pre- and post-construction by accurately reading and interpreting a Work Order and then proofing for errors or unacceptable standards (bubbles, rough edges, loose seams). Perform finishing operations such as laminating, encapsulating, and/or mounting of printed pieces. Install signs when necessary. Operate the laminator while maintaining proper fit and settings. Thread laminating or encapsulating material onto the machine, set temperature, pressure, and side guides for proper feeding of material. Help unload raw materials; clean and maintain storage areas. Maintain production rate consistency; meet or exceed established minimum rates per hour. Work on different projects simultaneously. 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 assist customers if needed as a backup. Assist with onsite installations on occasion. General Responsibilities: Communicate with other employees in a calm and professional manner; express self verbally and listen well. Report inventory levels and stock to be reordered to the franchisee or supervisor. Increase knowledge of graphic design and sign production through reading trade publications and independent study. Keep the areas neat, clean, and organized. Typical Physical Demands: Ability to work under pressure to output high-volume, high-quality work. Ability to lift 50 or more pounds. Flexibility to lean over a waist-high table and use back forth hand motion to apply vinyl letters and graphics to a substrate. Ability to use light power equipment. EEO Statement: Eleven Eleven Signs Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Eleven Eleven Signs Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Eleven Eleven Signs Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of FASTSIGNS International Inc.'s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.