Sign Production and Design Manager

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

FASTSIGNS of Missoula is hiring a full-time Sign Production & Design Manager to lead day-to-day shop production, strengthen quality and throughput, and help build a consistent, accountable team culture. This is a hands-on leadership role—you’ll manage people and process, and you’ll step in on technical production/design when needed.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay (DOE) + performance bonus potential
  
  
• Paid vacation + paid holidays
  
  
• Ongoing training and growth opportunities
  
  
• 401(k) with employer match
  
  
• Direct Primary Care membership (Sentinel Health)
  
  

What You’ll Own

Production Leadership

• Plan the daily schedule, set priorities, and assign work to hit deadlines
  
  
• Maintain quality standards with clear QC checkpoints (preflight, in-process, final)
  
  
• Reduce rework by improving workflows, training, and accountability
  
  
• Coach and develop team members; set expectations and follow through
  
  
• Maintain a safe, clean, efficient shop environment
  
  

Equipment, Materials & Systems

• Oversee printers, Graphtec cutters, laminators, and laser equipment
  
  
• Manage RIP/output workflows (including Onyx RIP Queue) and production settings
  
  
• Track inventory/reorder points; coordinate purchasing to prevent delays
  
  
• Troubleshoot issues and coordinate service/repairs when required
  
  

Design + Prepress Oversight

• Ensure files are production-ready, organized, and scalable
  
  
• Support layout, color control (practical Pantone matching), and shop drawings
  
  
• Standardize file structure/naming for efficient reprints and handoffs
  
  
• Assist with complex projects when needed (CAD/REVIT/SketchUp a plus)
  
  

Client + Project Coordination

• Partner with sales/clients to clarify specs, confirm materials, and prevent scope drift
  
  
• Provide realistic timelines and capacity guidance
  
  
• Use POS/project tools to document job details and keep work moving
  
  

What Success Looks Like (First 90 Days)

• Clear daily priorities, smoother handoffs, fewer production surprises
  
  
• Rework down, QC consistent, equipment uptime improved
  
  
• Team aligned, coached, and meeting standards
  
  

Ideal Qualifications

• 3+ years in sign/print production (or similar manufacturing environment)
  
  
• 1+ year leadership experience (or strong readiness to step into it)
  
  
• Strong Adobe Creative Suite skills (Illustrator required)
  
  
• Strong understanding of print/finish/vinyl workflows and troubleshooting
  
  
• RIP/workflow experience (Onyx preferred)
  
  
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
  
  

Hiring Process

Includes a practical working interview and a 90-day introductory period.

Apply today and include a short note about teams you’ve led and the production environment you’ve managed.