Sign Production Specialist

Provosigncompany; Wilmington (NC); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Two weeks PTO

9 holidays/year

Career growth opportunities

Training & development

Free uniforms

Résumé du poste

Provosigncompany in Wilmington, NC, is seeking an experienced sign-production professional to own day-to-day wide-format print and vinyl production in our shop. You will move custom signage from approved artwork through file setup, RIP, printing, finishing, and final quality control so the installation team receives installation-ready work on schedule.

This is a hands-on, mid-to-senior level role requiring recent sign shop experience, ability to work independently, and strong communication with

Qualifications

• At least 2 years hands-on experience in sign production, wide-format graphics, or similar environment.
• Proficiency in preparing production files in Adobe Illustrator for production, not just design.
• Ability to operate wide-format printers and RIP workflows independently.
• Hands-on vinyl finishing including weeding, lamination, mounting, and trimming.
• Strong understanding of color accuracy, measurements, tolerances, and quality control.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot routine equipment/workflow issues.
• Dependable, organized, detail-oriented, and able to adjust priorities to meet deadlines.

Responsabilités

• Plan daily production from intake to installation-ready products.
• Prepare production files in Illustrator with accurate scaling, bleeds, cut paths, nesting, and templates.
• Operate wide-format printers and RIP software; manage queues, media, profiles, and settings for color quality.
• Perform vinyl finishing: weeding, masking, lamination, mounting, trimming; prepare vehicle-wrap panels.
• Operate plotters, laminators, rollover tables, and related sign equipment safely and accurately.
• Conduct final quality checks for color, dimensions, alignment, and finish before release.
• Coordinate with sales, design, and installation to resolve questions and prevent rework.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production area; troubleshoot issues.

Connaissances

Sign production

Adobe Illustrator

Wide-format printers

RIP workflow

Color consistency

Mechanical aptitude

Organization

Outils

HP Latex printers

Onyx RIP

Plotters

Description du poste

Benefits

• Career Growth Opportunities
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance

About the position

We are actively hiring an experienced sign‑production professional to take ownership of day‑to‑day wide‑format print and vinyl production in our Wilmington shop. You will move custom commercial signage from approved artwork through file setup, RIP, printing, finishing, and final quality control so the installation team receives accurate, installation‑ready work on schedule.

This is a hands‑on, experienced‑level position – not an entry‑level production assistant or graphic‑design‑only role. The right candidate has recent experience in a sign shop, wide‑format graphics shop, or comparable commercial print environment and can work independently while communicating well with sales, design, and installation.

We are interviewing now and intend to move quickly with qualified applicants.

What you will do

• Plan and prioritize daily production from approved file intake through completed, installation‑ready products.
• Review and prepare production files in Adobe Illustrator, including scaling, bleeds, cut paths, paneling, nesting, and print templates.
• Operate wide‑format latex printers and RIP software; manage queues, media, profiles, nesting, and output settings for reliable color and print quality.
• Complete vinyl and graphic finishing, including weeding, masking, lamination, mounting, trimming, and preparation of vehicle‑wrap panels and other complex graphics.
• Operate plotters, laminators, rollover/application tables, and related sign‑production equipment safely and accurately.
• Perform final quality checks for color, dimensions, alignment, cut accuracy, finish quality, and job completeness before release.
• Coordinate with sales, design, and installation to resolve questions before production and prevent rework.
• Keep the production area clean, organized, and safe; perform routine equipment care and troubleshoot common production issues.

Required qualifications

• At least 2 years of recent, hands‑on experience in sign production, wide‑format graphics, or a comparable commercial print environment.
• Ability to operate a wide‑format printer and RIP workflow independently.
• Working proficiency in Adobe Illustrator for production file preparation, not only graphic design.
• Hands‑on experience with vinyl finishing, including weeding, masking, laminating, mounting, and trimming.
• Strong understanding of color consistency, measurements, production tolerances, and quality control.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to identify and troubleshoot routine equipment or workflow problems.
• Dependable, organized, detail‑focused, and able to adjust priorities while completing work on time.

Preferred experience

• HP Latex printers and Onyx RIP software.
• Plotters, laminators, and rollover/application tables.
• Vehicle‑wrap production and panel preparation.
• Spot‑color and brand‑critical color matching.
• CoreBridge or similar sign‑shop workflow software.
• Avery Dennison or comparable vinyl, wrap, or materials certification.
• Experience guiding workflow or training teammates.

What success looks like

• Jobs move through production predictably and are completed on time.
• Finished work is accurate, clean, color‑consistent, and ready to install the first time.
• Production questions are raised early, before they become reprints or installation problems.
• The shop and equipment remain organized, safe, and ready for the next job.

Why this role is worth considering

• Meaningful ownership of the production process and visible impact on finished work.
• A variety of commercial signs, vinyl graphics, and wrap‑related projects.
• Direct collaboration with sales, design, and installation teammates.
• Opportunity to improve processes, solve production challenges, and help strengthen the team.
• Dental and vision benefits, two weeks Paid Time Off and 9 paid holidays/year, plus career growth opportunities since we are young company.

Physical and work requirements

This is an in‑person production‑floor role that involves standing, bending, reaching, and handling sign materials and roll media. The position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.