Junior Sign Production Technician - Training Provided

Job Title:Junior Sign Production Technician

Location: Middleton, Manchester

Salary: £22,000 - £26,000 (depending on experience)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Closing Date: 8th August 2025

About us:

Elite Sign Solutions is a Manchester-based signage company providing design, manufacture, and installation services across the North West and beyond. We produce everything from illuminated letters and tray signs to vehicle graphics, wall branding, and shopfront signage. Our in-house team handles everything from design and production to installation and maintenance, using a wide range of advanced machinery and tools to deliver industry-leading results.

As we continue to grow, we are looking to recruit a Junior Sign Production Technician to join our team at our Middleton facility.

About the role:

This is a hands-on role within a busy and well-equipped signage workshop. You will be involved in the production and assembly of all types of signage, including illuminated letters, printed panels, tray signs, vehicle graphics, vinyl applications, and more.

Although this is primarily a workshop-based role, there will be occasional opportunities to assist on site with our installation team, giving you valuable exposure to how signage is fitted and installed in real environments. We believe in cross-skilling, and we make sure our team members understand the full journey of a sign, from design to delivery.

About your day:

• Manufacture and prepare signage components using a wide range of materials
• Assist in operation of production equipment including printers, plotters, laminators, and CNC/laser cutters
• Apply vinyl graphics and prints to various substrates with care and accuracy
• Assemble LED modules, face panels, built-up letters and other components
• Carry out basic wiring, fixing, trimming, and edge-finishing tasks
• Ensure all signs meet quality standards before leaving the workshop
• Assist with general workshop duties including material prep, tidying, and basic maintenance
• Occasionally assist the fitting team on site with sign installations

Machinery you'll work with:

You'll receive training and gain experience using:

• CNC Router
• Laser Cutter / Engraver
• Flatbed UV Printer
• Roll-to-Roll Wide Format Printer
• Vinyl Plotter / Cutter
• Cold Laminator
• Guillotine
• Vinyl Application Tables

About you:

• Someone who is practical, reliable, and ready to learn
• Comfortable with tools and hands-on tasks
• Good attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Can follow instructions and work both independently and as part of a team
• Willing to occasionally travel to assist on installations
• Full driving licence preferred but not essential
• Any prior experience in signage, fabrication, printing, or similar industries is a bonus, but not essential

What do we offer:

• Full training on all machinery and processes
• A supportive team environment with cross-skilling opportunities
• A varied and interesting workload - no two jobs are the same
• Progression opportunities into senior production or installation roles
• PPE, tools, and branded workwear provided
• Overtime available

Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.

Candidates with experience of; Trainee Production Operative, Workshop Assistant, Factory Operative, Junior Fabricator, Trainee Machinist, CNC Operator Trainee, Production Line Trainee, Assembly Operative, Engineering Assistant, Manufacturing Technician Trainee, Sign Maker Trainee, Print Production Assistant, Workshop Operative, Junior Manufacturing Technician will also be considered for this role.