Join a team designing, manufacturing, and installing signage systems for some of the largest and most complex facilities in the country.
Signage Production Associate
Why 3FM?
3FM is a signage manufacturing, installation, and design company serving commercial, industrial, and construction clients across a wide range of projects. Our work includes architectural and ADA signage, environmental graphics, wayfinding systems, and large-scale signage programs, with a significant and growing focus on data center projects throughout the United States and internationally.
We work on projects ranging from individual fabricated signs to complex signage programs involving thousands of signs across large campuses and facilities. Quality, reliability, attention to detail, and strong communication are central to how we approach our work.
3FM is looking for a dependable Production Associate who is organized, motivated, and comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment. This position is well suited for someone who takes pride in producing quality work, works well with others, and is willing to learn new equipment, materials, and production methods.
The Production Associate performs a wide variety of tasks related to signage manufacturing, digital printing, finishing, assembly, packaging, and general production operations. You will work with the production team to complete projects accurately and on schedule while helping maintain an efficient, safe, and organized shop.
Job duties include
- Finish produced graphics and signage through mounting, laminating, cutting, trimming, and related processes
- Operate and perform routine maintenance on large-format printers, laminators, plotters, and other production equipment
- Operate metal shears, punches, and other shop tools and equipment
- Assist with signage fabrication and assembly as needed
- Prepare, package, and organize signage for installation or shipment
- Follow project specifications, drawings, work orders, and production instructions
- Learn and apply product, material, and equipment knowledge
- Inspect completed work for accuracy, quality, and conformance with project requirements
- Track and organize materials, parts, products, and production consumables
- Receive, organize, and ship materials and finished products
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized production area, including tools, equipment, materials, and workstations
- Communicate with team members regarding workflow, priorities, deadlines, and project requirements
- Attend and participate in team meetings as needed
- Assist with other production activities as workload and project needs require
Skills required
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work
- Dependable, accountable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to learn new processes, materials, tools, and equipment
- Ability to receive feedback and apply it constructively
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to safely lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 lbs. independently, and heavier or oversized materials with assistance as needed.
Ideal candidates will also possess
- Experience with large-format printers, laminators, plotters, or similar production equipment
- Experience with CNC equipment, fabrication equipment, or specialized shop tools
- Experience with signage, graphics production, fabrication, manufacturing, or a related field
- Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with tools and equipment
- Flexibility to work overtime when project schedules require it
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with 3% company match
- Supplemental insurance options
Typical Schedule
- Full-time
- Monday through Friday
- Typical 8-hour workday
Compensation: $21.50 - $25.00 per hour
3FM is a signage manufacturing, installation, and design company based in Omaha, Nebraska. We specialize in architectural, ADA, wayfinding, and environmental signage for commercial, industrial, and construction projects across the country and internationally.
A significant portion of our work supports large-scale data center and infrastructure projects, where signage can involve thousands of unique signs across highly complex facilities and campuses. Our team works across the full process - from planning and design through fabrication, production, installation, and project coordination.
We’re a hands-on company that values quality, problem-solving, accountability, and strong communication. Our projects are often complex, fast-moving, and highly collaborative, giving our team the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that are very different from traditional sign-shop work.
3FM continues to grow by taking on larger, more technically demanding projects while maintaining the flexibility and practical mindset of a smaller company.
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Paid Time Off
PTO begins accruing immediately
Retirement Savings Plan
Company match up to 3%
Advancement Opportunities
Opportunities to grow into higher-responsibility roles
Paid holidays
Enjoy paid major holidays, plus an additional floating holiday each year
