Picture Framer

Colorchrome Atlanta, Inc.; Georgia; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorchrome Atlanta, Inc. seeks a skilled Picture Framer to operate high-quality framing equipment in a high-volume shop. You will cut and join mouldings, mount artwork, stretch canvases, cut mats and glass, and ensure frames meet exacting standards.

The role requires reading ticket instructions and maintaining a clean, safe workspace. You will collaborate with production and sales teams to ensure structural integrity and consistent quality of every frame design, in an in-office setting in

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Picture Framer.
• Familiarity with framing for paper, canvas, wood and mirrors.
• Experience with specialty tools and standard shop equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and fit frames for artwork and media.
• Chop and join moulding with mitre-saw and under-pinner.
• Mount artwork using conservation methods and proper hinging.
• Stretch canvases up to large sizes and cut mats/glass.
• Inspect frames to ensure quality standards.
• Collaborate with Production and Sales teams on design
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized work area
• Follow framing tickets and spec sheets

Skills

Picture Framing

Commercial Framing

Specialty Software

Problem Solving

Measurement & Fractions

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Valiani mat cutter

Fletcher wall cutter

Mitre saw

Chop saws

Routers

Job description

Job Description

The Picture Framer will work with the highest quality picture framing equipment in a high volume production environment to cut and join frames, cut mats and glass, stretch canvases, including over-sized and assemble framed artwork. The Picture Framer will work in tandem with production team members and sales staff to create frames that meet the highest standards and uphold the reputation of the Colorchrome brand.

Primary duties/responsibilities:

• Assemble and fit frames for a variety of mediums to include original & printed artwork on paper, canvas, wood, metal & fabric
• Chop and join moulding using a double mitre-saw and under-pinner
• Mount artwork using conservation hinging techniques, shadowboxing techniques, sewing and drymounting up to 48”x96”
• Stretch and frame canvas art up to 20 feet long
• Cut mats and glass using Valiani mat cutter and Fletcher wall cutter
• Inspect frames and finished pieces to ensure they meet quality standards
• Work with Production and Sales team members to ensure structural integrity and strength of each frame design
• Maintain clean work area
• Read, interpret and follow instructions in framing work tickets and spec sheets

Desired Skills & Background

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Picture Framer required
• Commercial Production Framer strongly preferred
• Experience with Specialty Soft software preferred
• Must understand construction of stretcher bars, risers, float frames & standard frames for paper, canvas & mirrors
• Reliable, productive, and able to work continuously in a shop environment
• Comfortable with and capable of using small and medium power and hand tools such as table saws, drills, screw guns, miter saws, chop saws, routers, hand held saws, utility knives, mallets, etc.
• Strong problem solving skills and strategic thinking ability required
• Can read and recognize product variations
• Can read a tape measure and calculate fractions
• Able to work in a fast-paces environment and follow through on tasks without reminders
• Able to work efficiently and manage time effectively
• Able to lift and carry up to 50lbs and be standing and active all day
• Must be an individual who values learning and continuous improvement, who wants to make positive contributions to a common effort
• High attention to detail required
• High school or GED required

This job is an in-office role in Norcross, GA. Colorchrome is an equal opportunity employer.

Company Description

Founded in 1983, Colorchrome is an art and graphics production company with a modern, state-of-the-art facility whose team has a passion for setting the highest standards in the printing and framing industry. Utilizing cutting-edge technology, Colorchrome is an industry leader known for outstanding quality, customer service and attention to detail by architects, designers and art consultants domestically and internationally. Colorchrome serves clients in a wide variety of industries including hospitality, healthcare, senior living, retail, corporate branding and marketing, museum exhibitions, trade shows and events.