Sign Maker

Nicholas Associates Group Limited; Hessle; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

End-of-year bonus

Attendance bonus

Holiday allowance

Employee ownership

Job summary

Nicholas Associates Group Limited in Hull city centre is seeking a skilled Sign Maker to join a busy workshop. You will produce bespoke signage, from vinyl application to built-up letters, ensuring high-quality finishes and accurate interpretation of client specifications.

This temporary-to-permanent role offers an immediate start, a 40-hour week with paid breaks, ongoing training, and opportunities for long-term career progression within a supportive, employee-owned business.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years sign making experience.
• Strong knowledge of vinyl application techniques and sign production processes.
• Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings and job specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Vinyl cutting, weeding, and application.
• Manufacturing and assembling bespoke signage (tray signs, built-up letters, panels, vinyl graphics).
• Working with materials including aluminium, acrylic, foamex, composite panels, wood and metal.
• Operating workshop machinery and hand tools safely and effectively.
• Interpreting job specifications and technical drawings.
• Conducting quality checks to ensure a high standard of finish.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Supporting colleagues to meet production targets and customer deadlines.

Skills

Sign making

Vinyl application

Technical drawings

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Tools

Vinyl cutter

Measuring tools

Safety equipment

Job description

SIGN MAKER

Hull City Centre | Temporary to Permanent | Immediate Start Available

Stafforce Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Sign Maker to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business based in Hull city centre. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled individual who takes pride in producing high-quality work and is looking to secure a long-term position within a supportive, employee-focused environment.

If you have experience within sign manufacturing, vinyl application, and bespoke fabrication, we'd love to hear from you.

Working Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 6:30am - 2:30pm
• Friday: 6:30am - 1:30pm
• 40 paid hours per week
• Paid breaks included

Contract Type

For the role as Sign maker this is a temporary-to-permanent opportunity with an immediate start available. We are happy to accommodate notice periods for candidates currently employed.

The Role

As a Sign Maker, you will play a key role in the production and assembly of a diverse range of bespoke signage solutions for commercial customers. Working within a busy workshop environment, you'll be responsible for ensuring all products are manufactured to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities for Sign Maker

• Vinyl cutting, weeding, and application
• Manufacturing and assembling bespoke signage, including:
  • Tray signs
  • Built-up letters
  • Panels
  • Vinyl graphics
• Working with a variety of materials including:
  • Aluminium
  • Acrylic
  • Foamex
  • Composite panels
  • Wood and metal
• Operating workshop machinery and hand tools safely and effectively
• Interpreting job specifications and technical drawings
• Conducting quality checks to ensure a high standard of finish
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment
• Supporting colleagues to meet production targets and customer deadlines

About You

To be successful in this role as a sign maker, you will ideally have:

• A minimum of 2 years' sign making experience
• Strong knowledge of vinyl application techniques and sign production processes
• Experience working with a range of sign-making materials
• The ability to read and interpret technical drawings and job specifications
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement

What's In It For You?

• Starting pay rate of £12.71 per hour, increasing to £13.50 per hour once fully trained
• Overtime paid at:
  • Time and a Half for the first hour
  • Double Time thereafter
• Paid breaks
• End-of-year performance bonus (average £450)
• Full attendance bonus of £250
• Employee appreciation gifts throughout the year
• 28 days holiday, increasing to 29 days after 2 years' service
• Permanent opportunities for the right candidate
• Employee-owned business with share ownership opportunities
• Friendly, family-oriented working environment
• Excellent job security and long-term career prospects
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Reference: S05

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.