Production Assistant
At SpeedPro Imaging, we create visual experiences that change the world. We help businesses bring ideas to life by creating content that makes life more fun and marketing more impactful. We give our clients the power to truly engage their customers. We're the ones behind that fleet of trucks you see everywhere, and we're also the ones that design, produce, and install the wall and floor murals you see at businesses, universities, and sports arenas across the U.S. We specialize in large-format graphics that give our customers the wow-factor their business needed.
At SpeedPro Imaging, we act with energy, passion, and professionalism. We're backed by a culture of innovations and we're looking for exceptional talent to join us. The Production Assistant reports directly to the SpeedPro Production Manager (PM) and is primarily responsible for assisting in producing various wide-format specialty printing products. This position plays a critical role in the studio's success through outstanding performance in fast turn-around times, high-quality product output, and efficiency with materials to minimize waste.
Primary Roles and Responsibilities:
- 75% Printing and Production (including measuring, finishing, and some installations)
- 15% Inventory Management and Equipment Maintenance
- 10% Miscellaneous (i.e., studio upkeep)
Core Functions:
- Work closely with the PM in the printing and production of client orders. You will learn to inspect customer files and make the graphic files print-ready.
- Operate and maintain large-format printers, laminators, and plotters
- Finishing of printed graphics
- Conduct daily and weekly inventory of all and needed supplies
- Unloading/unpacking deliveries
- Packing, labeling, and shipping completed jobs
- Performing site surveys, vehicle measurements, and inspections
- Smaller graphic installations
- Responsible for a clean and organized production area
Other Required Skills:
- Strong attention to detail, work ethic, and problem-solving skills
- Team player who can accept constructive criticism
- Focus on quality assurance (ensuring the finished product is 100% correct before it leaves the studio)
- Time management focus to achieve efficiencies and meet strict deadlines
- Customer-service oriented (this is the lifeblood of SpeedPro Imaging)
- Excellent communication skills, both internally and with customers
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs
- High school diploma or Associates Degree required
- Experience with large-format printers, laminators, plotters, and graphic and signage finishing is not required but always helpful
Compensation and Benefits:
- $18-20/hr (based on experience) + overtime pay when required
- 40IK and profit-sharing plan
- Healthcare benefits
- Additional training/development opportunities
SpeedPro Imaging is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, parental or pregnancy status, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or Veteran status.
Working at SpeedPro and in the large-format printing industry, gives you a chance to be creative. You will be hands-on, in the field, solving problems and meeting clients to make custom solutions every day. As a national brand, specializing in a variety of printed products, SpeedPro takes great pride in partnering with our long-term, satisfied clients. Our goal is to be considered an extension of each client's marketing team, and we collaborate with partners to determine the right solution for you and your business's end customer.
At SpeedPro, we value the relationship between our clients and their customers and deliver quality work on time, every time. With a nationwide network of more than 130 studios, the same standard for excellence in printing, timeliness, and customer service is guaranteed. This is why we have an exceptional net promoter score with our clients of 96.
Working at an independently owned and operated SpeedPro studio sets you up for a bright future. Studio employees experience a fast-paced work environment with new challenges and rewarding opportunities every day. If you are looking for a monotonous desk job, this is not the right job for you.