Print and Sign Operations Manager

AlphaGraphics; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Company parties

Dental insurance

Job summary

AlphaGraphics Georgia is seeking a hands-on Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day production across digital printing, signage, design, finishing, and related technology. You will ensure on-time, on-budget delivery and exceptional customer service while coordinating a range of equipment and workflow processes.

You will lead a team, manage production scheduling and vendor relations, and drive continuous improvements in quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in printing, graphic arts and digital design preferred.
• Solid production/manufacturing background with workflow tech.
• Proven ability to lead, coach and drive results.
• Experience with B2B sales/relationships is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create and sustain a customer-first culture aligned with business plans.
• Maintain orderly workflows and uphold industry standards.
• Communicate performance, safety and company policies to staff.
• Control costs across materials, payroll and variable expenses.
• Handle price bids, vendor relations and related tasks as needed.
• Source materials and equipment; manage inventory flow.
• Lead in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Delegate tasks and drive goal achievement.
• Plan, schedule and direct activities of team members.
• Engage with staff to foster commitment and trust.

Skills

Printing industry experience

Production planning

Team leadership

Project management

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Prepress

RIP software

Web-to-print

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Company parties
• Dental insurance

We’re a growing (2 locations) digital print and sign company looking for a hands‑on Operations Manager to join our team. You’ll oversee day-to-day production across digital printing, signage, design, finishing/bindery, and related technology while ensuring on‑time, on‑budget delivery and excellent customer service. Work closely with an experienced crew to run and maintain a variety of equipment, prioritize the production queue, and troubleshoot workflow issues. You’ll also coordinate vendor relationships and manage complex projects and supply‑chain needs to meet deadlines and quality standards.

Key traits: organized, process-oriented, tech‑savvy, team player, and customer-focused. Experience in print or sign production, production scheduling, and basic project/vendor management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Creates and maintains a customer first, winning culture to carry out the vision and plans of the business on a day-to-day basis
• Works within an orderly and organized workflow while maintaining best in class industry standards
• Communicates with employees on performance, safety requirements and enforces company procedures/policies
• Manages costs in order to achieve budget in the areas of materials, payroll, and other variable expenses
• Performs various responsibilities related to price bids on customized orders, vendor relations and other related tasks as required
• Purchases materials, supplies and equipment, while controlling the work flow of inventory and use of equipment to support the needs of the business
• Functions in a fast paced environment, under time constraints, while meeting the objectives set by the business for revenue and profit
• Ability to solve problems, makes quick/accurate decisions, delegate tasks and achieve goals
• Plans, organizes, schedules and directs the activities of assigned team members
• Communicates on a personal level to inspire commitment and trust
• Is open to ideas of others, allowing them to participate in decision-making

Schedule

• This is a salaried role, Monday through Friday 8:30AM to 5PM
• No Weekend Shifts

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years printing, graphic arts and digital design experience. Familiarity with current print and copy technology is expected
• Solid production and/or manufacturing background desired
• Is mature and self-confident; able to lead by example
• Has a naturally inquisitive mind and loves to engineer unique solutions for clients and The Company. Seeks new and better methods to service our clients and test new products and production techniques to enhance product offering
• Is open-minded, receptive to change, and is willing to learn new skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and proven ability to lead, coach and motivate a team
• Strong understanding of technology, specifically printing and design software, web-to-print and POS
• Experience with business-to-business sales and relationships
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, Prepress and RIP software
• AlphaGraphics centers (locations) are independently owned and operated. The posted positions are offered by individual franchisees who interview, hire, manage and pay the employees hired for positions in a specific local location (center) through their specific business.