Shipping & Production Assistant

Ultimate Image Printing; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Image Printing, through Artbeat Studios, seeks a Seasonal Shipping & Production Assistant to support day-to-day operations in a fast-paced creative setting. The role involves shipping prep, light woodshop tasks, and coordinating with teams to finalize printed materials.

Expect 40 hours per week during the season with potential for permanency. Candidates should be comfortable lifting and using basic tools and be dependable, detail-oriented, and team-focused.

Qualifications

• Experience in shipping, warehouse, or production environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing shipments, including boxing, labeling, and organizing outbound packages.
• Build custom boxes or wooden crates for specialty shipments when required.
• Support the woodshop team in material handling, light fabrication tasks, and workspace upkeep.
• Pick up and drop off supplies, materials, or completed jobs using the company vehicle.
• Assist in print finishing tasks such as mounting, cutting, and assembling final printed materials.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workspaces and production areas.
• Help track and restock inventory of shipping and packaging supplies.
• Communicate and coordinate with team members to ensure timely job completion.
• Follow safety protocols and company procedures in all areas of work.
• Perform ad hoc tasks and provide general support across departments as needed.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Effective listener

Team player

Willingness to learn

Tools

Basic hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Position: Seasonal Shipping & Production Assistant

Work Type: Seasonal, has the potential to be a permanent position.

Expected hours: 40 /per week.

Artbeat Studios, a division of Ultimate Image Printing, is looking for a reliable and hands-on Shipping & Production Associate to support various departments in day-to-day operations. This is a dynamic role that involves assisting in shipping and packaging, woodshop support, material pick-ups and deliveries, and helping with print finishing tasks. If you're someone who enjoys working with your hands, multitasking, and being part of a fast-paced creative production environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing shipments, including boxing, labeling, and organizing outbound packages.
• Build custom boxes or wooden crates for specialty shipments when required.
• Support the woodshop team in material handling, light fabrication tasks, and workspace upkeep.
• Pick up and drop off supplies, materials, or completed jobs using the company vehicle.
• Assist in print finishing tasks such as mounting, cutting, and assembling final printed materials.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workspaces and production areas.
• Help track and restock inventory of shipping and packaging supplies.
• Communicate and coordinate with team members to ensure timely job completion.
• Follow safety protocols and company procedures in all areas of work.
• Perform ad hoc tasks and provide general support across departments as needed.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in shipping, warehouse, or production environments is a plus.
• Comfortable using basic hand tools, power tools, and utility knives.
• Ability to perform physical tasks throughout the day.
• Must be physically capable of lifting heavy materials and efficiently organizing items within the warehouse to maintain a safe and orderly work environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• A team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn new tasks.

Required Skills:

• Must be detail-oriented.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be an effective listener.
• Demonstrates and understands personal responsibility and accountability.
• Has the ability to give and receive constructive feedback and effectively apply to one's work.
• Must remain accessible and professional in high-pressure situations.
• Can work safely and successfully with a focused sense of urgency.
• Can lift 25 pounds and awkward sizes.
• Can move about work stations throughout the day and stand continuously.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a passionate, close-knit team where your input is valued, and your growth is supported. If you’re motivated, proactive, and excited about making an impact in a growing company, we’d love to hear from you!