Are you highly motivated, detail oriented, and creative? Are you up for a challenge, eager to learn, and looking to join an established and fast-growing company? If so, we’re looking for talented and inspired candidates who are focused on teamwork, task completion, and customer satisfaction. If you are looking for a rewarding career, not just another job, then come join our team as a Production Specialist / Graphic Designer!As a Production Specialist / Graphic Designer, you will have a dual role working in the computer room and production room until the center has grown to the point of hiring additional staff and separating the roles.In the computer room, you will be responsible for creating computer generated vinyl and/or full color graphics output that can be weeded, cut and applied or printed and mounted to a substrate. In the production room, you will be responsible for all aspects of the physical construction and assembling of signs from computer cut vinyl and wide format full color printouts, which includes proofreading and conducting quality assurance to ensure the accuracy of signs. The ideal candidate is a creative, self-motivated team player who can work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment and who is determined to make every project his or her absolute best.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Prioritizes each day to efficiently and cost-effectively schedule the workflow
Works with co-workers and customers with file transfers, FTP access, photo library options, online proofs, etc.
Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, select style and size of type, and arrange layout based upon available space, aesthetic design and production requirements
Prepare comprehensive illustrations, sketches, layouts and copy for print reproduction according to instructions of client or supervisor
Inspects jobs for accuracy before sending them to the plotter or printer
Image Sourcing: locate photos, understand copyright laws and release/usage requirements, knowledge of resources to buy stock images, work with service bureaus to create output beyond store capability, and understand resolution options and optimal enlargement specifications from image vendors and image originals
Provide proofs as necessary for customer approval
Performs daily/weekly computer back-ups
Maintains all equipment including computers, plotters, and printers (water-soluble printers, thermal transfer printers, solvent ink printers, etc.)
Maintains accurate electronic and paper record of File Storage and Disks
Follows a layout to place computer-generated vinyl or full color graphic images on a pre-determined substrate or medium
Prepares substrates for application
Performs finishing operations such as laminating, encapsulating, and/or mounting of printed pieces
Installs signs when necessary
Operate the laminator while maintaining proper fit and settings; thread laminating or encapsulating material onto the machine, set temperature, pressure, and side guides for proper feeding of material
Maintains production rate consistency and meets or exceeds established minimum rates per hour
Works on different projects simultaneously
Report inventory levels and stock to be reordered to the owner or supervisor
Establishes and maintains effective team relationships with all support departments
Follows all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes
Keep areas neat, clean and organized
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or GED required
Strong PC and Mac skills and internet, publishing software, and sign production software skills
Previous experience as a graphic designer, sign-related computer operator, or in desktop publishing required, including an advanced level of experience using Adobe applications
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Basic math skills (adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers and fractions and converting fractions to decimals and vice versa)
Able to work well under pressure to output high volume, high quality work
Able to sit and view a computer screen for long periods
Able to lift 50 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
BENEFITS
Paid holidays after 90 days of probationary period
Paid Time Off (PTO)