Print Production Coordinator / Graphic Artist

PR Direct Signs & Promotions; Mount Uniacke; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

PR Direct Signs & Promotions in Mount Uniacke, NS is seeking a reliable Wide Format Print Production Operator to join our production team. You'll operate wide-format printers, finish materials, and ensure quality and deadlines.

If you enjoy turning customer artwork into signs, banners, vehicle graphics and other printed materials, have an eye for detail, and are hands-on, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Experience in wide-format printing and production.
• Knowledge of colour management and print workflows.
• Ability to troubleshoot print files and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.

Responsibilities

• Operate and perform routine maintenance on wide-format printers and other production equipment.
• Process and preflight print-ready files using RIP software.
• Set up files for printing, cutting, and contour cutting.
• Monitor print quality, colour accuracy, and consistency throughout production.
• Finish printed materials, including trimming, laminating, mounting, weeding, and masking.
• Prepare materials and substrates for production.
• Assist with vehicle graphics, banners, signs, decals, and other wide-format projects.
• Review completed work to ensure it meets customer specifications.
• Manage multiple projects and meet production deadlines.
• Communicate with team members about project requirements and timelines.
• Order and maintain materials and supplies for the wide-format department.
• Keep the production area clean, organized, and safe.

Skills

Wide-format experience

Colour management

File preflight

Teamwork

Tools

RIP software

Adobe Creative Suite

CorelDRAW

Job description

Join Our Team at PR Direct Signs and Promotions

PR Direct Signs and Promotions is a growing sign and promotional products company serving businesses throughout Nova Scotia. We're looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Wide Format Print Production Operator to join our production team.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys running equipment and producing high-quality work. You'll help turn customer artwork into signs, banners, vehicle graphics, decals, and other printed materials. If you also have graphic design skills, we'd love to put them to use.

• Position: Full-Time or Part-Time
• Full-time hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Part-time hours: To be discussed based on your availability and our production needs
• Location: Mount Uniacke, Nova Scotia
• Wage: Competitive and commensurate with experience

About the Role

As a key member of our production team, you'll operate our wide-format printing equipment, produce and finish printed materials, and make sure every job meets our quality standards and deadlines.

We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys learning new equipment and processes, and wants to see projects go from file to finished product. If you're hands-on, dependable, and detail-oriented, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and perform routine maintenance on wide-format printers and other production equipment
• Process and preflight print-ready files using RIP software
• Set up files for printing, cutting, and contour cutting
• Monitor print quality, colour accuracy, and consistency throughout production
• Finish printed materials, including trimming, laminating, mounting, weeding, and masking
• Prepare materials and substrates for production
• Assist with vehicle graphics, banners, signs, decals, and other wide-format projects
• Review completed work to ensure it meets customer specifications
• Manage multiple projects and meet production deadlines
• Communicate with team members about project requirements and timelines
• Order and maintain materials and supplies for the wide-format department
• Keep the production area clean, organized, and safe

Qualifications

• Previous experience with wide-format printing and production
• Knowledge of colour management and print production processes
• Ability to troubleshoot print files and equipment issues
• Ability to read and follow customer requirements and production specs
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality

Additional Assets

• Graphic design skills and experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) or CorelDRAW
• Experience with vehicle graphics and wraps
• Signage and decal production
• Vinyl cutting and weeding
• Laminating and mounting
• Knowledge of wide-format substrates and materials
• Experience with print/cut workflows