Sign Production Leader: Quality, Throughput & Design

fastsigns-careers; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Direct Primary Care membership (Sentin

el Health)

Job summary

FASTSIGNS of Missoula is seeking a full-time Sign Production & Design Manager to lead day-to-day shop production, elevate quality, and foster a consistent, accountable team culture. This hands-on leadership role will manage people and process while stepping in on technical production and design when needed.

You’ll optimize workflows, mentor staff, ensure safety and efficiency, and collaborate with sales to confirm specs, materials, and timelines for client projects.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in sign/print production (or similar manufacturing).
• 1+ year leadership experience (or strong readiness to step into it).
• Strong Adobe Creative Suite skills (Illustrator required).
• Strong understanding of print/finish/vinyl workflows and troubleshooting.
• RIP/workflow experience (Onyx preferred).
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Plan the daily schedule, set priorities, and assign work to hit deadlines.
• Maintain quality standards with clear QC checkpoints (preflight, in-process, final).
• Reduce rework by improving workflows, training, and accountability.
• Coach and develop team members; set expectations and follow through.
• Oversee printers, Graphtec cutters, laminators, and laser equipment.
• Manage RIP/output workflows and production settings.
• Track inventory/reorder points; coordinate purchasing to prevent delays.
• Troubleshoot issues and coordinate service/repairs when required.
• Support layout, color control and shop drawings; ensure production readiness.
• Coordinate with sales/clients to clarify specs and timelines.

Skills

Sign/print production

Leadership

Adobe Illustrator

Print workflows

Onyx RIP

Physical stamina

Tools

Onyx RIP

Job description

FASTSIGNS of Missoula is seeking a full-time Sign Production & Design Manager to lead day-to-day shop production, elevate quality, and foster a consistent, accountable team culture. This hands-on leadership role will manage people and process while stepping in on technical production and design when needed.

You’ll optimize workflows, mentor staff, ensure safety and efficiency, and collaborate with sales to confirm specs, materials, and timelines for client projects.