Production/Installation Specialist

FASTSIGNS Parker/Castle Rock; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Job summary

FASTSIGNS of Albuquerque N.E. Heights is hiring a full-time Sign Production Specialist to join our team. The role involves following layouts for computer-cut vinyl or full-color graphics, preparing substrates, weeding vinyl, operating printers, and ensuring quality through pre- and post-production checks.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, can stand for long periods, lift 50+ pounds, and have 1–2 years in sign production. Training is provided for industry knowledge.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to stand for long periods (4 hours or more).
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds.
• Ability to apply vinyl letters and graphics to a substrate.
• 1–2 years of sign production experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow a layout to place computer-cut vinyl or full-color graphics on a substrate.
• Prepare substrates for vinyl application (cutting, painting, laminating, cleaning).
• Weed excess vinyl from computer-cut images; adjust technique by size and complexity.
• Operate and maintain printer(s).
• Perform quality checks pre- and post-production by reading Work Orders and proofing for errors.
• Finish by laminating/mounting printed pieces.
• Report inventory levels and stock needs to the center/production manager.
• Maintain and clean storage areas.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Strong Project management

Experience operating machinery

Sign industry experience (plus)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

FASTSIGNS of Albuquerque N.E. Heights is hiring for a full-time Sign Production Specialist to join our team!

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance

Are you looking for a job that offers constant learning, skills growth and a career path? If so, we are looking for employees just like you in the ever-changing Sign Industry.

The Successful Candidate Has

• Experience operating machinery, construction or related industry
• Experience in the sign industry is a plus, but industry training is provided
• Attention to Detail
• Strong Project management skills

We Offer These Benefits

• Generous compensation above industry average
• Paid time off – vacation, sick days, and major holidays
• Monday - Friday set and reliable schedule
• Industry Training in a cooperative team environment

Job Duties Will Include

• Follow a layout to place computer-cut vinyl or full-color graphic image(s) on a predetermined substrate or medium
• Prepare substrates for vinyl application to include cutting, painting, laminating, cleaning, etc
• Weed excess vinyl from computer-cut images. Weeding techniques vary with size, type of vinyl, and complexity of images
• Operate and maintain printer(s)
• Perform quality assurance measures pre- and post-production by accurately reading and interpreting a Work Order and then proofing for errors or unacceptable standards
• Perform finishing operations such as laminating and/or mounting of printed pieces
• Report inventory levels and stock to be reordered to the center manager/production manager or franchisee.
• Clean and maintain storage areas

Ideal Qualifications For FASTSIGNS Sign Production Specialist

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to stand for long periods of time (4 hours or more)
• Ability to lift 50 or more pounds
• Flexibility to lean over a waist-high table and use back and forth hand motion to apply vinyl letters and graphics to a substrate
• Ability to work under pressure to output high volume, high-quality work
• Ability to use light power equipment
• 1-2 years of experience in sign production preferred

Compensation: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

At FASTSIGNS, every day is unique and presents exciting opportunities, including new ways to use your talent and grow your skills. We have a large network of independently owned locations - both locally and internationally - who offer competitive pay and ongoing training opportunities.

Are you ready to plan for your future? Discover your next career. Make your statement.

Learn more by exploring the positions offered by FASTSIGNS centers.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to FASTSIGNS Corporate.