Production Manager / Team Leader

FASTSIGNS #223501•Columbus, OH

About The Position

We’re hiring a proven production leader. FASTSIGNS of Hilliard is looking for a hands-on, accountable Production Manager to lead our back-of-house operations. This role requires someone who can manage a team, streamline workflows, ensure exceptional product quality, and keep jobs moving — all while creating a culture of pride, efficiency, and ownership. This isn’t just about printing signs. It’s about leading people, owning throughput, and building a high-performance production floor.

Requirements

Proven success managing production workflows and leading a team in a sign shop, print facility, fabrication environment, or similar.
Strong ability to organize, prioritize, and move multiple jobs through production efficiently and on time.
Deep technical knowledge of printing, laminating, cutting, vinyl application, and sign-making processes.
Clear, calm communicator who can coach peers and drive team-wide accountability.
Able to manage people and product — not just machines.
Proficient with production software (e.g., RIP platforms, Corebridge, Flexi, Onyx).
Physically capable of lifting 50+ lbs, standing for long periods, and working with tools and substrates hands-on.

Nice To Haves

Experience with vehicle wraps, ADA signage, LED-lit or dimensional signs.
Install or fabrication background (including CNC/router or electrical signage).
Experience training teams or implementing new production systems or layouts.

Responsibilities

Own the daily production schedule and job queue using Corebridge and internal systems.
Ensure every team member in the back-of-house knows exactly what they should be working on each day.
Run daily Production Workstart Meetings to align the team, communicate priorities, and prevent bottlenecks.
Manage the full production lifecycle — from design handoff to output, finishing, QC, and delivery/install coordination.
Oversee production across multiple stations and team members, ensuring smooth handoffs and clear accountability.
Manage and schedule installations with both in-house and external installer partners.
Conduct and coordinate site surveys as required to prepare for accurate quoting and successful installations.
Train, coach, and cross-train the team on equipment, materials, processes, and safety protocols.
Set clear expectations and follow up with consistency to drive accountability and performance.
Foster a proactive, problem-solving team culture that values craftsmanship and continuous improvement.
Ensure every job leaving the building meets our high standards for quality, accuracy, and finish.
Reduce errors, reprints, and waste through strong process control and training.
Promote clean, safe, and organized work areas.
Maintain appropriate inventory of materials, substrates, vinyls, inks, etc.
Order supplies as needed — avoiding overstock while ensuring job readiness.
Operate and oversee maintenance of: Epson SureColor V7000 UV Flatbed Epson SureColor S60600 Roll-to-Roll Printer Kala Mistral Laminator Mimaki CG-160 FXII Plotter