Graphic Department Assistant Manager
On-siteWichita, Kansas, United States
Wichita, Kansas, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeMedium
Full TimeMedium
Job Summary
Support the Graphics Manager with daily department operations, workflow prioritization, and production scheduling. Design and produce large-format signs, banners, and promotional graphics while operating printers, plotters, and vinyl cutters. Prepare, review, and proof artwork to ensure accuracy, then assist with training, inventory management, and workflow improvements. Serve as a backup leader to guide the team when needed. This role balances creative design with hands-on production in a high-volume environment for LDF Sales & Distributing, a beverage distributor serving Kansas and Oklahoma.
Required Qualifications
- Experience in graphic design, print production, sign production, or a related field
- Experience working in a high-volume graphics or print production environment
- Hands-on experience managing graphic projects from initial design and file preparation through printing, finishing, and final delivery
- Working knowledge of CorelDRAW and Adobe Creative Suite
- Strong understanding of large-format print production, including file formats, sizing, resolution, color, and print quality
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to proof artwork and catch errors before production
- Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines
- Strong customer-service mindset with the ability to understand requests, solve problems, and recommend practical solutions
- Ability to balance creative thinking and attention to detail across both customized design projects and high-volume production work
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and provide support and direction to others
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Desired Qualifications
- Previous leadership, team lead, supervisory, or project coordination experience
- Experience with FlexiPRINT or similar RIP and production software
- Experience troubleshooting large-format printers, plotters, vinyl cutters, and finishing equipment
- Experience with vinyl production, including cutting, weeding, masking, application, and installation
- Familiarity with AI-powered creative tools, including ChatGPT and other generative AI platforms
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