Senior Graphics Production Associate

Shepard Exposition Services•Las Vegas, NV

12d

About The Position

The Senior Graphics Production Associate serves as the advanced production operator and designated graphics department lead within the graphics department. This role is responsible for complex print production, advanced file verification, color management oversight, equipment troubleshooting, and workflow coordination. In the absence of the Graphics Production Supervisor, this role leads graphics department operations, prioritizes workflow, ensures quality control compliance, and serves as the point of escalation for production-related decisions

Requirements

4+ years of experience in large-format graphic production.
Advanced experience with EFI VUTEk, FabriVU, and Zünd G3 systems.
Strong working knowledge of RIP software and color management workflows.
Demonstrated ability to lead graphics department workflow in deadline-driven environments.
Strong decision-making, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
Ability to balance hands-on production with department coordination responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Operate and oversee EFI VUTEk (rigid) and EFI FabriVU (fabric) print production.
Operate Zünd G3 digital cutting systems.
Manage advanced RIP workflow and color profiling.
Conduct advanced file reviews for structural compatibility and production feasibility.
Verify scaling, bleed, contour paths, and color profiles prior to print production.
Troubleshoot production inconsistencies and minor equipment issues.
Occasionally serves as acting lead during Supervisor PTO/travel assignments
Provides functional leadership and workflow direction; does not have authority for hire/fire, formal discipline, or compensation decisions
Lead daily graphics department operations and production workflow.
Prioritize job sequencing based on show deadlines and shipment schedules.
Assign workflow tasks among production associates.
Approve final QC release on high-value or time-sensitive projects.
Serve as first point of escalation for graphics production challenges.
Communicate production status updates to Operations or branch leadership as required.
Coaches associates on QC standards and waste reduction practices
Enforce QC standards across all graphics department output.
Perform final inspection on complex projects.
Identify trends contributing to reprints or material waste and recommend corrective action.
Support implementation and enforcement of SOP updates.
Trim, hem, bead, and finish fabric graphics as required.
Prepare graphics for packaging and show-site shipment.
Accurately label and manifest graphics for event execution.
Properly stage and load graphics for transportation.
Perform daily equipment checks and preventive maintenance procedures.
Support preventive maintenance oversight and documentation.
Monitor equipment performance and report concerns proactively.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production environment.
Follow all safety standards, PPE requirements, and operational SOPs.
Ensure compliance with operational, safety, and warehouse standards.