Sign Shop Production Manager

at  Carolina Traffic Devices

KEY ABILITIES FOR POSITION SUCCESS:

Building Collaborative Relationships: Must have the ability to develop, maintain, and strengthen partnerships with others inside or outside the organization who can provide information, assistance, and support. Confronts all problems with an intent to find solutions rather than blame. Establishes “win-win” relationships as opposed to “us versus them” relationships.
Reflects Company Values: Teamwork, Integrity, Accountability

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial design, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 5 years of related work experience.
• Able to recommend products and equipment to be used in the production process.
• Proficient in graphic design software.
• Proficient in software programs utilizing graphic layouts.
• AutoCAD experience preferred.
• Experience in typography, color, scale, and graphic composition.
• Knowledge of material fabrication.
• Experience with sign installation is a plus.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints.
• Attention to detail and advanced organizational skills must be verifiable as a top strength.
• Be familiar with sheeting types and applications.
• Proficiency with MS Office, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently, as well as within a cross-functional team environment.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and team members.

• Produce manufacturing drawings from concepts provided by customers.
• Work with Sales and Production teams to ensure products are meeting customer requirements; as well as helping to establish pricing.
• Ensure production designs are created in standard matching formats to ensure clarity.
• Review production of outsourced parts and materials to maintain quality standards.
• Produce conceptual plans and drawings for the sales team’s use with customers.
• Produce Cut files for in-house production.
• Coordinate the production process, (materials acquisition, processing, shipping, etc.).
• Update designs using graphic design software.
• Create patterns for installation.
• Identify and track the costs of the sign shop.
• Create processes for receiving orders, sending proofs, receiving approvals, and fulfilling orders.
• Establishing layout of sign shop.
• Scheduling employees to meet production schedules.
• Complete other duties as assigned.