Sign Maker & Installer

Job Description

About the Company

Our client is a well-established signage and graphics company based in Banbury, specialising in the design, manufacture and installation of high-quality signage solutions for a wide range of commercial clients.
With extensive industry experience and a reputation for quality craftsmanship, the company provides a comprehensive range of services, including bespoke signage, vehicle graphics, illuminated signs, large-format printing, shopfront signage and architectural graphics.
Combining traditional sign-making techniques with modern technology and manufacturing equipment, the business prides itself on delivering creative, professional and durable solutions tailored to its customers’ requirements.

Due to ongoing business needs, they are looking to recruit a skilled and reliable Sign Maker & Installer to join their team.

About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Sign Maker & Installer who enjoys working on varied projects, from initial production and fabrication through to final installation.
The successful candidate will be responsible for manufacturing, preparing and installing a wide variety of signage and graphics, ensuring consistently high standards of quality, accuracy and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture, assemble and install a wide range of internal and external signage.
• Work with materials including vinyl, acrylic, aluminium and other common signage substrates.
• Operate sign-making machinery, cutting equipment and fabrication tools.
• Prepare, cut, weed and apply vinyl graphics to various surfaces.
• Produce and install shopfront signs, window graphics, wall graphics, display panels and promotional signage.
• Interpret design drawings, artwork, measurements and production specifications.
• Carry out site measurements and prepare installation areas.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
• Ensure all finished products meet the company’s quality standards.
• Maintain machinery, tools and a clean, organised working environment.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to meet production schedules and customer deadlines.
• Carry out on-site installations, following relevant health and safety procedures.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous hands-on experience in sign making, signage production, fabrication or installation. 
• Good knowledge of signage materials and manufacturing processes
• Experience working with vinyl graphics, including cutting, preparation and application.
• Confident using hand tools, power tools and workshop machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret measurements, technical drawings and design specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work.
• Good practical problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Comfortable undertaking physical work, including lifting, standing and working at heights when required.
• Good communication skills and a professional approach when dealing with customers.
• Full UK Driving License.

Desirable Experience

Previous experience using the following equipment would be particularly advantageous:

• CNC Router: Experience operating CNC routing machinery for cutting, shaping and preparing signage materials.
• Vinyl Plotter / Vinyl Cutter: Experience operating vinyl cutting plotters, preparing graphics and handling vinyl applications.
• Experience with large-format printing equipment.
• Knowledge of vehicle graphics, illuminated signage or bespoke sign fabrication.

More Information:

• Salary: £28,000 – £32,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Annual Leave: 21 days’ holiday plus UK bank holidays.
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm, including a lunch break.
• Life Insurance / Death in Service Benefit.

We are looking for a practical, motivated and detail-oriented individual who has genuine experience in signage production and installation.

For a discreet, detailed discussion about the role, you can reach out to Vanessa Rodriguez at 01295 983075 or email [email protected]