GRAPHICS MANAGER

The Trade Group • Grapevine, TX

299d

About The Position

Are you passionate about graphic production and looking for an opportunity to advance your career? If you are a self-starter with a great attitude and more than 3 years of management experience, we have the perfect job for you! We are seeking a talented GRAPHICS MANAGER to join our rock star graphics production team. You will manage our Graphics department to create booths and exhibits for trade shows.

Requirements

• 5 or more years of experience with production/fabrication management in large format printing.
• Experience with UV inkjet and dye sublimation textile printing.
• Experience with large format graphic finishing, sewing, dimensional signage, and backlit and halo lit sign fabrication.
• College diploma in Graphic Arts with a minimum of 5 - 10 years Design experience.
• Minimum of 5 years Management experience.
• Good basic clerical and administrative skills with emphasis on verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to work accurately and quickly under company deadlines.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, in writing and verbally.
• Cooperative, courteous, flexible, and good-natured.
• Conscientious, persistent, resourceful, productive, and active.
• Ability to exercise considerable judgment and discretion in establishing and maintaining good working relationships.
• Exhibit/Trade Show industry experience.
• Reliable transportation.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Graphics department to create booths and exhibits for trade shows.
• Work with other departments and supervisors to lead the team with a positive approach.
• Provide guidance and sound decision making.
• Implement appropriate safety training and procedures.
• Schedule staff and equipment.
• Identify and implement new production methods to improve efficiency and quality.
• Train staff on necessary processes and methods.
• Troubleshoot any issues facing the team.
• Evaluate parameters and act on situations quickly.
• Address conflicts utilizing logic and appropriate methods.
• Responsible for training, cross-training, coaching, development, goal setting, and performance evaluations of the production team.
• Maintain an acceptable level of performance and positive attitude of the team.
• Make recommendations for salary increases, promotions, coaching, and corrective action or termination of employment if necessary.
• Capacity planning and assisting in the implementation of a new scheduling method for production.
• Improve process procedures.
• Write or assist with writing of SOP documentation.
• Meet with staff daily to outline work plans and assign duties.
• Implement and modify workflows for best practices, efficiency, and quality.
• Update and maintain standards for graphic and sign production methods.
• Schedule and post Graphic production orders and work orders.
• Work with Project Managers to interpret client needs and develop production methods.
• Keep current on new techniques, procedures, and materials in the graphic production field.
• Identify problems and opportunities for improvement/cost savings.
• Facilitate open, proactive communication with other departments.
• Communicate job requirements and expected results to staff.
• Ensure staff adhere to Health and Safety and Corporate policies.
• Provide staff with technical assistance and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree