Production Manager

FASTSIGNS of West Metro, MN; Issaquah (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Uniforms

Performance Bonuses

Health insurance

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Job summary

FASTSIGNS is seeking a hands-on Production Manager to lead our sign and graphics shop. The role oversees production for both Bellevue and Issaquah locations, working on-site from Issaquah, WA, with responsibility for a three-person production crew and strong quality control.

You will prioritize daily workflows, coordinate with designers and project managers, and ensure timely deliveries while maintaining equipment and materials.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in sign, print, or graphics production.
• Experience leading or supervising a team is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with wide-format production equipment, including roll-to-roll printers, flatbed UV printers, laminators, CNC routers, and laser cutters/engravers.
• Solid understanding of materials, substrates, finishing, and application.
• Sharp eye for quality and detail.
• Organized and calm under pressure, able to juggle shifting priorities across two shops.
• Clear communicator who leads by example.
• CoreBridge or similar shop management software experience is a plus.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production for both Bellevue and Issaquah locations, working on-site from Issaquah.
• Lead, train, and supervise a production team of three.
• Set daily production priorities and manage job flow to hit deadlines.
• Run equipment hands-on as needed (roughly half time on floor, half on management).
• Own quality control so every job leaves the shop right the first time.
• Schedule installations and coordinate with installers and project managers.
• Work with project managers and designers to resolve file, material, and timeline issues.
• Keep equipment maintained and running, and flag supply and repair needs.
• Find ways to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and protect job margins.

Skills

Team leadership

Quality control

Production planning

Communication

Organized under pressure

Tools

Roll-to-roll printers (Epson)

Flatbed UV printers

Laminators

CNC routers

Laser cutters/engravers

Job description

Benefits

• Company Uniforms
• Performance Bonuses
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance

Pay: $28–$38/hour depending on experience, plus performance bonuses

Type: Full-time, Monday–Friday, on-site in Issaquah, WA

About Us

FASTSIGNS is a locally owned sign and visual communications business with shops in Bellevue and Issaquah. We have the resources of the FASTSIGNS national network, but we run like a small team where your work is seen and matters. We help businesses across Washington get noticed with everything from banners and interior graphics to vehicle wraps, dimensional signage, and building signs. We're growing and need a hands-on Production Manager to lead our shop floor.

What You'll Do

• Oversee production for both our Bellevue and Issaquah locations, working on-site from Issaquah
• Lead, train, and supervise a production team of three
• Set daily production priorities and manage job flow to hit deadlines
• Run equipment hands-on as needed (expect roughly half your time on the floor, half managing)
• Own quality control so every job leaves the shop right the first time
• Schedule installations and coordinate with installers and project managers
• Work with project managers and designers to resolve file, material, and timeline issues
• Keep equipment maintained and running, and flag supply and repair needs
• Find ways to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and protect job margins

What We're Looking For

• 1+ year of experience in sign, print, or graphics production
• Experience leading or supervising a team preferred
• Hands-on experience with wide-format production equipment, ideally including:
• Roll-to-roll printers (Epson preferred)
• Flatbed UV printers
• Laminators
• CNC routers (Colex a plus)
• Laser cutters/engravers
• Solid understanding of materials, substrates, finishing, and application
• Sharp eye for quality and detail
• Organized and calm under pressure, able to juggle shifting priorities across two shops
• Clear communicator who leads by example
• CoreBridge or similar shop management software experience is a plus
• Able to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods

FASTSIGNS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A background check may be required.

Compensation: $28.00 - $38.00 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.

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.