Benefits:

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Position also known as: Sign Fabricator, Production Specialist

PLEASE NOTE: This position requires limited design responsibilities. If you are solely a graphic designer without sign production experience, please do not apply.

Horizon Sign Company is looking for an experienced Sign Maker to join our team. The Sign Maker is a professional, solution-oriented individual who pays attention to detail, works well in a fast-paced team environment, and can efficiently manage many projects at once. We are looking for a positive individual with a growth mindset.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Production of various types of signs, including applying vinyl, laminating, cutting, painting, cleaning, etc.

Estimate cost and time for sign and graphics projects, and providing clients with formal quotes for proposed work

Consult with clients, including answering phones, emails, and online queries

Conduct site surveys for new leads to gather and document all required details for fabrication, permitting, and installation

Coordinate with graphic design team to generate mockups and proofs for clients

Perform quality assurance measures, pre- and post-production

Ability to assist with sign and graphics installations, as needed

Monitor inventory, to include tracking, ordering, and storage

Maintain cleanliness and organization of production areas, storage spaces, and company vehicle

Perform routine machine maintenance and minor repairs, as needed

Establish and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, support departments, suppliers, etc.

Accurately track electronic and paper records related to jobs

Learn new technologies, skills, and techniques for continuous self-improvement

Follow all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes

Perform other duties, as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

5+ years of experience as a professional sign maker

Strong communication and organization skills

Large format digital printing experience (HP Latex printing, roll-to-roll Laminator, Graphtec plotter)

Basic design experience preferred

Expertise in using Adobe Design tool suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.)

Experience with RIP software (Onyx and Versaworks preferred)

Valid Driver’s License

Able to work well under pressure to output high volume, high-quality work

Able to work outdoors in various weather conditions for long periods of time

Able to lift 75 or more pounds

Must have the flexibility to lean over a waist-high table and use back forth hand motions to apply vinyl letters and graphics to a substrate

Able to use light power equipment

ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Laser cutting/engraving or router experience

Flatbed printer operating experience

Vehicle wrap installation

Certified installation professional (3M, Avery, etc.)

Knowledgeable in color management

JOB TYPE:

Position: Full-time (8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday)

Pay: (commensurate with experience)

Benefits: Health insurance, paid vacation, paid personal days

Work Location: Office in Brentwood. Installations throughout the Greater St. Louis area.\

Typical hours: 8am to 5pm