Production Specialist Wide Format Print/ Signage

At SpeedPro Commercial Graphics, we create visual experiences that change the world by helping businesses bring ideas to life through impactful graphics. We specialize in large-format printing, signage, and graphics for businesses, universities, and sports arenas, delivering high-visibility work that engages audiences in the real world.

About the role

This hands-on role owns daily production execution on the floor. You will manage the production job queue, operate multiple machines, and ensure jobs move efficiently with speed, quality, and minimal rework. The ideal candidate is fast, detail-oriented, technically minded, and highly independent, with a natural ability to anticipate the next move and keep output moving smoothly.

You will report to the Production Manager and collaborate laterally with the Operations/Project Coordinator. This role is for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys hands-on work, and takes pride in clean execution and a well-run production floor.

Responsibilities

• Production Execution
  • Own daily output across active jobs on the production floor
  • Run wide-format production work across signage, graphics, and architectural film/artwork projects
  • Juggle multiple jobs, machines, and priorities efficiently, adapting when plans change
  • Produce clean, accurate work without avoidable rework
• Equipment and Shop Flow
  • Set up, operate, and maintain roll printers, flatbed printers, laminators, plotters, and CNC cutter/router equipment
  • Monitor machine behavior and make smart adjustments to protect quality and throughput
  • Complete daily cleaning and routine maintenance as part of normal production flow
  • Keep the production space clean, organized, and ready to run
• Finishing and Quality
  • Execute finishing and fabrication tasks required to complete work accurately and on time
  • Catch, report, and fix issues early to avoid wasted material, lost time, or missed deadlines
  • Maintain strong attention to detail across production, finishing, packaging, and readiness for next steps
  • Follow production standards that protect consistency, quality, and speed
• Team Execution
  • Communicate laterally with the Operations/Project Coordinator to keep work moving cleanly
  • Train and task future Production Assistant hires as the team grows
  • Stay ahead of the next step instead of waiting to be told what to do
  • Bring urgency, reliability, and follow-through to the floor every day

What Success Looks Like

Production moves fast, cleanly, and predictably. Machines stay running, jobs are completed with minimal mistakes, and the floor remains organized and proactive rather than reactive or clogged.

Requirements

• Print production experience with relevant machines, software, and fabrication/finishing techniques, or experience in high-volume, short-run custom manufacturing with multiple machines and frequent setups
• High attention to detail
• Enjoys hands-on work
• Technical mind for understanding machine behavior and production flow
• Strong sense of urgency and bias toward getting things done
• Ability to work on your feet for a full 8-hour shift
• Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly
• Ability to operate machinery safely with required PPE
• Reliable, consistent attendance

Ideal Candidates Will Also Possess

• A strong instinct for pace and urgency without creating chaos
• The ability to juggle multiple active jobs and machines at once
• Ability to flex and adapt on the fly when priorities change
• A practical, no-excuses approach to solving production problems
• Strong independent work habits and clear lateral communication
• Pride in clean execution, finished output, and a well-run floor
• A natural tendency to anticipate the next move

Other Skills or Backgrounds of Interest

• Adobe Creative Suite experience
• Vinyl or film installation experience
• Other evidence of skills or trades working with hands and machines

Core Values

• Teamwork – We grow and win as a team
• Creativity – We solve problems with ideas, not excuses
• Value – We consistently search for and deliver value to clients and our business
• Timeliness (Speed) – We move with urgency and keep promises
• Attention to Detail – We get it right the first time

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Monthly team bonus plan based on performance
• 10 days PTO
• 10 paid company holidays
• Free food and snacks
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement

Pay

$20–$25 per hour depending on fit and experience

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Minimal overtime expected, though scattered early, late, or weekend work is possible when needed based on project scheduling.