Sign Production Specialist / Installer

Benefits Company parties Competitive salary Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Bonus based on performance Free food & snacks Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Sign Production Specialist / Installer work in a dynamic, creative and fast-paced environment to create and assemble sign and graphic products for many different business applications. Creative work is performed within the FASTSIGNS Center sign production area that is fully equipped with top-of-the-line sign-making equipment. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, with problem-solving skills who pays very close attention to accuracy and detail. Prior signage or printing experience is helpful, however, candidates with light carpentry, small hand-tool or finish carpentry skills are encouraged to apply. Comprehensive training in all aspects of this position will be provided. The production specialist must be skilled in installing signs of all types as well as proficient in all aspects of the physical construction of signs. The specialist is responsible for assembling signs from computer cut vinyl as well as from wide format full color printouts (aqueous and/or solvent prints) and various substrates. Sign assembly includes correctly preparing substrates and applying vinyl according to written instructions. The Sign Production Specialist must also mount and/or laminate printed graphics and is responsible for operating and setting up a laminator for over-laminating, encapsulation, or mounting of printed products. The Sign Production Specialist must also proofread, conduct quality assurance and follow best practice efficiencies to ensure the highest quality product for customers. Responsibilities Follow a layout to place computer-generated vinyl or full color graphic image(s) on a predetermined substrate Accurately prepare substrates for vinyl application. This may include cutting, painting, laminating, cleaning and maintaining the substrates for vinyl Weed excess vinyl from computer cut. Weeding techniques vary with size, type of vinyl and complexity of image. Sign Production Specialist must 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, ragged edges, loose seams) Perform finishing operations such as laminating, encapsulating, and/or mounting Thread laminating or encapsulating material into machine, set temperature, pressure, and side guides for proper feeding of materials Operate the laminator maintaining proper fit and settings, and feed material into laminator Communicate with other employees and customers in a calm and professional manner; express self verbally and listen well Perform sign installations as necessary Be skilled at wrapping vehicles with vinyl is a plus Help unload and store raw materials; clean and maintain storage Maintain production rate consistency Work on different projects Perform routine machine maintenance and minor repairs when necessary Keep the production area neat, clean and organized Clean and maintain saws and other tools as necessary Education / Experience Sufficient formal or informal education to assure the ability to use simple math (adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing whole numbers and fractions, as well as converting fractions to decimals and vice versa) Previous experience as a sign maker, optional Knowledge Correct English language usage including spelling, grammar and punctuation; ability to proofread; interpreting a ruler; using a calculator. Skills Weeding and taping; aligning vinyl on a substrate; using a squeegee; operating light, but potentially dangerous power equipment; working with solvent or wide format printers; cutting substrates and sign finishing. Installation skills such as vinyl application, vehicle wrap installation, pole and wall sign installation or bucket/lift experience are all desirable. Desirable Qualifications / Traits Easy-going, adaptable personality; positive "get it done" attitude; flexibility to work (and be compensated for) occasional overtime; ability to work at a fast pace; an eye for color and design. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, toxic chemicals, and heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Some independent travel may be required. 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 vehicle Ability to work under pressure to output high volume, high quality Ability to use light power tools Level of Authority No supervisory duties Reports directly to production/center manager or owner/franchisee Compensation and Benefits Compensation is hourly based on experience, bi-weekly pay cycle Year End Performance based Bonus Paid Training Direct Deposit Holidays Paid Time Off (PTO) 401k #J-18808-Ljbffr FASTSIGNS®