Large Format Lead Position

AlphaGraphics - US553; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Training & development

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

AlphaGraphics West Houston is seeking an experienced Wide Format & Sign Production Lead to guide and grow the wide format department. This hands-on leadership role focuses on problem solving, process improvement, and delivering high-quality outputs.

You will manage daily workflow, train teammates, and maintain equipment while collaborating with sales, design, prepress, and production to meet deadlines and customer expectations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in wide format printing, sign production, graphics production, or a related industry
• Strong working knowledge of wide format digital printing and finishing processes
• Experience operating equipment such as Roll-to-roll printers, UV flatbed printers, Laminators, Vinyl cutters, Routers
• Experience with vinyl application, mounting, laminating, trimming, weeding, masking, and sign assembly
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot production, material, and equipment issues before they become costly mistakes
• Working knowledge of substrates, vinyls, adhesives, laminates, and their applications
• Basic math, measuring, and computer skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with sales, design, prepress, and production

Responsibilities

• Own the daily workflow and production priorities of the wide format department.
• Produce and finish a variety of wide format products including signs, banners, graphics, decals, and custom applications.
• Prioritize work to meet deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
• Perform quality control before jobs leave the department.
• Communicate capacity constraints, material shortages, equipment issues, and production concerns early.
• Train and support team members on equipment, materials, and production standards.
• Maintain equipment and perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Help improve processes, reduce waste, and increase department efficiency.

Skills

Wide format printing

Sign production

Graphic production

Roll-to-roll printers

UV flatbed printers

Laminators

Vinyl cutters

Mounting & laminating

Quality control

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discounts

Who We Are

AlphaGraphics West Houston is a fast-paced print, signage, mailing, and marketing services company serving businesses throughout the Houston area.

We believe how we work matters just as much as what we produce. We are looking for team members who take ownership, communicate professionally, solve problems, and work collaboratively to deliver an exceptional customer experience.

We operate using EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System), which means clear expectations, accountability, strong communication, and a team that understands what success looks like.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Wide Format & Sign Production Lead to help lead and grow our wide format department. This is a hands-on production leadership role for someone who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, maintaining high quality standards, and helping a team succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the daily workflow and production priorities of the wide format department.
• Produce and finish a variety of wide format products including signs, banners, graphics, decals, and custom applications.
• Prioritize work to meet deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
• Perform quality control before jobs leave the department.
• Communicate capacity constraints, material shortages, equipment issues, and production concerns early.
• Train and support team members on equipment, materials, and production standards.
• Maintain equipment and perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Help improve processes, reduce waste, and increase department efficiency.

Qualifications - Required

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in wide format printing, sign production, graphics production, or a related industry
• Strong working knowledge of wide format digital printing and finishing processes
• Experience operating equipment such as:
  • Roll-to-roll printers
  • UV flatbed printers
  • Laminators
  • Vinyl cutters
  • Routers
• Experience with vinyl application, mounting, laminating, trimming, weeding, masking, and sign assembly
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot production, material, and equipment issues before they become costly mistakes
• Working knowledge of common substrates, vinyls, adhesives, laminates, and their appropriate applications
• Basic math, measuring, and computer skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with sales, design, prepress, and production

Leadership & Ownership

• Sees what needs to happen next and takes appropriate action
• Communicates issues early and works toward solutions
• Is comfortable recommending a better production method when appropriate
• Helps train others and shares knowledge freely
• Holds themselves, their department, and their work to a high standard

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move materials and finished products used in wide format production
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work safely in a production environment

Why People Enjoy Working Here

The people who thrive at AlphaGraphics West Houston enjoy staying busy, solving problems, helping customers, and being part of a team that supports one another. Successful team members demonstrate ownership, accountability, collaboration, initiative, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

If you're an experienced wide format professional who wants more responsibility than simply running equipment and takes pride in producing exceptional work, we'd love to hear from you.