Large-Format Signage Operator & Finishing Pro

Strategic Factory; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision benefits

401k with generous matching

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Strategic Factory in Owings Mills, MD is seeking a hands-on Large Format Operator to produce vinyl graphics, signs, decals, banners, and other large format products. You will operate printers and finishing equipment, weed and laminate vinyl, and prepare graphics for installation.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, ability to manage multiple jobs, and teamwork in a fast-paced production environment with a 12:00 PM–8:00 PM schedule, Monday–Friday. Health benefits and 401k are offered.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma is required.
• Previous experience in large format printing, vinyl production, sign production, or graphic finishing preferred.
• Experience weeding and masking vinyl is highly preferred.
• Experience with lamination and vinyl application is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to consistently produce quality work.
• Ability to read and understand job tickets and production instructions.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to manage multiple jobs and meet production deadlines.
• Good hand-eye coordination and ability to perform detailed, repetitive work.
• Ability to safely lift and move production materials as needed.
• Dependable, punctual, and willing to be part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate large format printers and related finishing equipment.
• Print vinyl graphics, signage, decals, banners, and other large format products.
• Weed vinyl graphics accurately and efficiently.
• Apply transfer tape/masking to finished vinyl graphics.
• Laminate printed vinyl using a roll laminator.
• Trim, cut, mount, and finish printed materials according to job specifications.
• Inspect finished products for color, quality, accuracy, and defects.
• Read and follow job tickets and production specifications.
• Prepare completed graphics for installation, shipping, or pickup.
• Properly handle and care for vinyl, substrates, laminates, and other production materials.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production area.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and troubleshoot basic production issues.
• Work closely with other members of the production and signage teams to meet deadlines and quality standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Ability to read job tickets

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Laminator operation

Vinyl finishing equipment

Job description

Strategic Factory in Owings Mills, MD is seeking a hands-on Large Format Operator to produce vinyl graphics, signs, decals, banners, and other large format products. You will operate printers and finishing equipment, weed and laminate vinyl, and prepare graphics for installation.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, ability to manage multiple jobs, and teamwork in a fast-paced production environment with a 12:00 PM–8:00 PM schedule, Monday–Friday. Health benefits and 401k are offered.