Signage Finishing Technician — Craft, Assemble & Pack

Stratus; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with Employer Contribution

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending / Health Savings

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Career Growth

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Stratus is seeking a Finishing Technician to perform final production steps for custom signage, including trimming, masking, assembly and packaging. The ideal candidate has shop-floor experience and takes pride in craftsmanship, quality, and efficiency.

Role requires comfortable use of hand tools, reading production orders, and basic ERP data entry. You will work on interior branding, wayfinding and compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a sign shop or production environment preferred.
• Able to read production orders, drawings, or templates.
• Comfortable using hand tools, knives, rulers and adhesives.
• Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship.
• Basic computer skills to complete ERP entries and upload images.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Review and manage production orders from the floor lead; track progress to completion.
• Trim large-format graphics and printed materials with knives and cutting tools.
• Apply transfer tape/masking to vinyl and other graphic elements.
• Perform light assembly of sign components and mount to substrates.
• Package signs securely for delivery and include all components.
• Record job completion in the ERP system and upload photos.
• Keep a clean, organized workstation and follow safety procedures.
• Assist Quality Control by flagging defects before shipment.
• Communicate status, material needs, or delays to Production Control.
• Be flexible with hours and willing to work overtime during peak periods.
• Support the production team with additional tasks as needed.

Skills

Hand tools

Attention to detail

Reading production orders

ERP data entry

Tools

Knives

Rulers

Cutting tools

Adhesives

Job description

Stratus is seeking a Finishing Technician to perform final production steps for custom signage, including trimming, masking, assembly and packaging. The ideal candidate has shop-floor experience and takes pride in craftsmanship, quality, and efficiency.

Role requires comfortable use of hand tools, reading production orders, and basic ERP data entry. You will work on interior branding, wayfinding and compliance in a fast-paced environment.