Large Format Printing Production Assistant/Pre Press

SpeedPro Central PA; City of Mount Vernon (NY); On-site; USD 74,501,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Bonus based on performance

Annual bonus potential

Job summary

SpeedPro Imaging is hiring a Production Assistant in Mount Vernon, NY. You will join a fast-paced studio producing large-format graphics and supporting design, printing, finishing, and delivery tasks.

The role emphasizes accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration with the studio team. Ideal candidates have graphic design experience, familiarity with wide-format printers, and a proactive, customer-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Team player capable of accepting feedback.
• Excellent communication with clients and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist printing and production of client orders.
• Inspect files, provide proofs, and prepare graphics for print.
• Operate large-format printers, laminators, and plotters.
• Conduct inventory and procurement.
• Support studio upkeep and deliveries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Time management

Customer service

Education

Graphic design degree

Tools

CoreBridge software

Large-format printers

Laminators/plotters

Job description

PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

At SpeedPro Imaging, we create visual experiences that change the world. How? We help businesses bring ideas to life by creating content that makes life more fun and marketing more impactful. We give our clients the power to truly engage their customers. We’re the ones behind that fleet of trucks you see everywhere, and we’re also the ones that design, produce and install the wall and floor murals you see at businesses, universities and sports arenas across the U.S. We specialize in large-format graphics that give our customers the wow-factor their business needed.

Benefits

• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Bonus based on performance

Job Description

At SpeedPro Imaging, we act with energy, passion, and professionalism. We're backed by a culture of innovations and entrepreneurship, and we're looking for exceptional talent to join us.

The Production Assistant reports directly to the SpeedPro Imaging studio owner and the Production Manager. Their will primarily be responsible for pre press and producing various wide-format specialty printing products. This position plays a critical role in the franchise’s profit and margin potential through outstanding performance in fast turn-around times, high-quality product output, and efficiency with materials to minimize waste.

Primary Roles And Responsibilities

• 65% Printing and Production (including measuring, finishing and some installations)
• 15% Graphic Design
• 10% Inventory Management and Equipment Maintenance
• 10% Miscellaneous (i.e., studio upkeep and deliveries)

Core Functions

• Assist the printing and production of client orders
• Inspect customer files, provide digital proofs and make the graphics print-ready
• Operate and maintain large-format printers, laminators and plotters
• Conduct inventory and procurement
• The team can help with the actual ordering of materials, so long as you provide a list of what is needed

Secondary Functions

• Graphic design services (unless outsourced)
• Unloading/unpacking deliveries to the studio
• Packing, labeling and shipping completed jobs; making deliveries
• Utilization of CoreBridge software for estimates/quotes

Other Required Skills

• Strong attention to detail, work ethic, and problem-solving skills
• Team player who can accept constructive criticism
• Focus on quality assurance (ensuring the finished product is 100% correct before it leaves the studio)
• Superior time management focus in order to achieve efficiencies and meet strict deadlines
• Customer-service oriented (this is the lifeblood of SpeedPro Imaging)
• Excellent communication skills, both internally and with customers
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Ideal Candidates Will Also Possess

• 2+ years of designing/working with vehicle graphics and templates
• Experience with large-format printers, laminators, plotters, and graphic and signage finishing
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in graphic design (or similar program)

Compensation And Benefits

• $26 per hour
• Annual bonus potential
• Additional training/development opportunities

SpeedPro Imaging is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, parental or pregnancy status, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or Veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• Paid time off

Schedule

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental Pay Types

• Bonus pay

Ability To Commute/relocate

• Mount Vernon, NY 10550: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Compensation: $28.00 per hour

Working at SpeedPro and in the large-format printing industry, gives you a chance to be creative. You will be hands-on, in the field, solving problems and meeting clients to make custom solutions every day. As a national brand, specializing in a variety of printed products, SpeedPro takes great pride in partnering with our long-term, satisfied clients. Our goal is to be considered an extension of each client’s marketing team, and we collaborate with partners to determine the right solution for you and your business’s end customer.

At SpeedPro, we value the relationship between our clients and their customers and deliver quality work on time, every time. With a nationwide network of more than 130 studios, the same standard for excellence in printing, timeliness, and customer service is guaranteed. This is why we have an exceptional net promoter score with our clients of 96.

Working at an independently owned and operated SpeedPro studio sets you up for a bright future. Studio employees experience a fast-paced work environment with new challenges and rewarding opportunities every day. If you are looking for a monotonous desk job, this is not the right job for you.