Production Coordinator & Graphic Designer

AlphaGraphics of Greenway Plaza; Sandy Springs (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supplemental Insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

AlphaGraphics of Greenway Plaza in Sandy Springs, GA is seeking a Production Coordinator and Graphic Designer. This role blends design, pre-press, and hands-on production to deliver high-quality visual communications.

You will collaborate with clients, operate print equipment, and ensure timely delivery while maintaining strict quality standards. The position requires 3+ years in sign/print manufacturing, 2+ years of graphic design with Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop, a high school

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing sign and print products.
• 2+ years of graphic design experience; Adobe Creative Suite experience required.
• High School diploma; 2+ years of college education preferred.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to accurately discern colors.
• Ability to stand for extended periods while operating machinery.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform precise cutting, weeding, mounting tasks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; team-oriented under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design & Pre-Press: plan, analyze, and design printed materials and signage; ensure files are print-ready.
• Client Collaboration: interpret needs and maintain active communication from concept to delivery.
• Hands-On Production & Finishing: operate digital print equipment, large-format printers, vinyl cutters, laminators; post-print finishing.
• Inventory & Quality Control: monitor inks, vinyl, papers; perform quality checks before pickup.
• Team Support: adapt to daily priorities and assist other center operations.
• Industry Trends: stay updated on trends in visual communications and printing.

Skills

Sign & print manufacturing

Graphic design

Color accuracy

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma

Some college coursework preferred

Tools

Illustrator

InDesign

Photoshop

Job description

Benefits

• Access to Supplemental Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Are you ready to make a tangible impact on a growing local business?

Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same? Are you a collaborative problem-solver who genuinely enjoys helping clients bring their visual ideas to life? If you are a detail-oriented professional who loves learning new skills and stays calm under pressure, you might be exactly who we are looking for.

We are a locally owned marketing, print, sign, and promotional products company that specializes in custom visual communications solutions. We are looking for an enthusiastic, client-first team player who wants to join our tight-knit team today and grow professionally with us in the future.

Production Coordinator and Graphic Designer

As our Production Coordinator and Graphic Designer, you will have primary responsibilities for:

• Design & Pre-Press: Plan, analyze, and design printed materials and signage. Proof client files to ensure they are high-resolution and print-ready.
• Client Collaboration: Partner with clients to interpret their needs, convey their messages effectively, and maintain active communication from concept to delivery.
• Hands-On Production & Finishing: Operate and maintain digital print equipment, large-format sign printers, vinyl cutters, and laminators. Handle post-print finishing, including cutting/trimming, folding, weeding vinyl, mounting graphics to rigid substrates (coroplast, foam core, MAXMetal) and grommeting banners.
• Inventory & Quality Control: Monitor supply levels for inks, vinyl, and paper substrates. Conduct quality checks on finished products to ensure they meet the Center’s standards before client pickup.
• Team Support: Adapt to changing daily priorities and support other areas of the Center's operations as needed.
• Industry Trends: Stay up-to-date on changing trends in the visual communications, printing, and sign industries.

Requirements/Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing sign and print products (required)
• 2+ years of graphic design experience (required); Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop) experience (required)
• High School diploma (required); 2+ years of college education (preferred)
• Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to accurately discern colors (required)
• Ability to stand for extended periods while operating machinery
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (paper reams, vinyl rolls, substrate sheets)
• High manual dexterity for precise cutting, weeding, and mounting tasks
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills (required)
• Aptitude to get things done with little supervision
• Ability to work in a team environment, under pressure with tight deadlines

Other

• Pay range $18-$22 depending on experience
• References to be made available upon request
• Background check/drug testing may be required prior to hiring

Compensation: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

At AlphaGraphics, we offer careers for everyone! Whether you are just starting out, looking for that next great growth opportunity, or seeking a change, we have exciting roles to suit you.

We pride ourselves on our training programs in management, sales, operations, print, signs, design, and marketing. Join us with or without experience, and we will succeed together as a team!

We invite EVERYONE to apply!

• 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.