Machine Operator

Role Overview Pro Signs, a 78-year-old signage and branding company based near Philadelphia, PA, is expanding and seeking to add a Machine Operator to join our Production team. As one of the largest full-service sign companies in the Mid-Atlantic, Pro Signs specializes in regional and national account work as well as local architectural signage projects. Pro Signs is supported by a dedicated team of Project Managers, hard-working fabricators and installers and more. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining 2 CNC tables in a climate-controlled room.

Key Responsibilities Machine Operation:

Set up and operate 3-axis) CNC routers (e.g., MultiCam or axyz)

File Preparation:

Review CAD/CAM files (DXF, AI, PDF)

Material Management:

Select and load appropriate substrates, including acrylic, PVC, aluminum composite (ACM), foam, and wood.

Tooling & Maintenance:

Select the correct bits and feed rates for different materials; perform routine machine calibration and bit sharpening/replacement, Maintaining the machines by manufacturer's specifications.

Quality Control:

Inspect finished parts for burrs, chips, or dimensional inaccuracies, ensuring they match the shop drawings. Labeling parts for the jobs they are related to.

Post-Processing:

Assist with basic finishing tasks such as weeding, sanding, or prepping parts for the assembly/painting department.

Qualifications Experience & Education:

Preferred one (1) year of machine operation experience preferably in a fast-paced environment.

Technical Literacy:

Proficiency with software like EnRoute, VCarve, Vectric, or SAi Flexi.

Material Knowledge:

Deep understanding of how different bits and speeds affect various signage materials. (Formulas for optimal cutting )

Precision:

Ability to read blueprints and use calipers/measuring tapes with high accuracy.

Physical/ Environment:

Ability to lift heavy sheets (50 lbs. plus) and stand for extended periods in a production environment. Ability to communicate, keep area organized and clean, and adhere to OSHA level safety standards. The Ideal Candidate Is... "A problem-solver who treats every sheet of material like a finished piece of art. You understand that in signage, a 1/16th-inch error isn't just a measurement mistake, it's a visible flaw."

Schedule:

Full-time (e.g., Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM).

Benefits:

Health insurance, PTO, and 401(k) matching. Since 1947 Pro Signs has been a national leader in the development of branding solutions. Operating an 80,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility and support offices, we serve a wide array of customers in implementing branding and signage solutions for national petroleum, restaurant, banking, retail, industrial and service companies. At Pro Signs, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to success. We are committed to building a team that reflects a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We encourage applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, and ages, as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities .