Sign Shop Production & Install Technician

PIP Marketing, Signs & Print - Kissimmee, FL; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Initial and ongoing training

401(k) match

Paid holidays and vacation

Indoor working environment

Potential for monthly bonuses

Job summary

A leading signage company in Iowa City is seeking a full-time Sign Shop Production Operator and Installer. The ideal candidate will work with the sales team to enhance customer satisfaction and increase sales. Responsibilities include operating sign production equipment, quality assurance, and installing signage. Compensation ranges from $16 to $18 per hour with benefits such as training, insurance, and a 401(k) match. This mid-senior level role seeks motivated individuals with a commitment to quality.

Qualifications

• Experience in signage and graphics media.
• Motivated and energetic self-starter.
• Presentable and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Operate sign production and finishing equipment.
• Prepare substrates for application.
• Perform quality assurance measures.
• Install signs at customer locations.

Skills

Valid driver's license/clean driving record

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Use of power tools

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving on site

Job description

• Indoor and comfortable working environment
• Potential for Monthly Bonuses after 3 months
• Hours: Monday-Friday from 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM with occasional overtime.
  
  

Company Name: PIP

Benefits/Perks

• Initial and ongoing training
• Competitive compensation
• Insurance
• 401K Match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Indoor and comfortable working environment
• Potential for Monthly Bonuses after 3 months
• Hours: Monday-Friday from 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM with occasional overtime.
  
  

Company Overview

A locally owned and nationally recognized Signage, Printing, and Marketing Services company in the Iowa City area is looking for an experienced Sign Shop Production Operator and Installer.

We have a fast-paced, creative, and flexible work environment that empowers our employees to contribute and work independently with a solid team of experienced professionals.

We work with a dynamic and exciting client base who challenge us to produce the best signage to represent their organizations from ground signs to channel lettering and everything in between. With the tools and technologies provided, we focus on putting our energy toward creating a remarkably unparalleled experience for each and every customer.

Our equipment is some of the newest and up to date equipment in the area!

This is where our Production Team comes in!

Job Summary

Our Sign Shop Production Operator and Installer work closely with our sales team, providing support with the goal of increasing sales and customer satisfaction.

Responsibility Overview

• Understanding of signage and graphics media and substrates.
• Proficient use of sign production and finishing equipment.
• Prepare substrates for application. This may include cutting, painting, laminating, cleaning, and maintaining the substrates for application.
• Weed excess vinyl from computer-cut images. Weeding techniques vary with size, type of vinyl, and complexity of the image. Know how and when to use each technique.
• Perform quality assurance measures pre- and post-construction by accurately reading and interpreting a Work Order and then proofing for errors or unacceptable standards (bubbles, rough edges, loose seams).
• Perform finishing operations such as laminating, encapsulating, and/or mounting printed pieces.
• Install signs at customer locations as directed.
• Operate the laminator while maintaining proper fit and settings.
• Maintain a sufficient inventory of media, laminates, and substrates.
• Maintain production rate consistency; meet or exceed established minimum rates per hour.
  
  

Skills We Are Looking For

• Valid driver's license/clean driving record is a must
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs., work with power tools, and use a ladder comfortably
• Presentable, dependable, reliable, and detail-oriented
• Must be motivated, energetic, and able to problem solve on site
  
  

Skills Desired, But Not Required

• Vehicle wrap installation experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suites
  
  

Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

We are one of the nations leading communications businesses backed by 50 years of professional experience and extraordinary growth. While technology plays a pivotal role in our industry, from print, signs and marketing to online ordering portals and more, we believe a rewarding career is shaped by people, purpose and passion.

If you dream of being part of an organization with a great heritage, progressive leadership and cutting-edge technology, discover the world that is PIP and its independent franchisees. PIP is a leading industry provider of printing, signs and marketing services, but we’re less corporate culture and more close-knit family. We collaborate on ideas and dreams. Push boundaries. Solve challenges. Look out for one another. And yes, we work hard…and play harder. It’s part of our DNA.

With several career paths to choose from – sales, marketing, design, production, operations – no matter the role you choose, you’ll be working in an organization that cares about you. At PIP you can make a difference.