There’s never been a better time to join Stratus! As the market leader in brand implementation and maintenance, we transform how national brands connect with their customers. From exterior signage & interior branding to site refresh & remodel, from energy & lighting to repair & maintenance solutions, we deliver ideal solutions to meet all our client's branding needs.

From our locations across the country, to our corporate headquarters in Mentor, Ohio, every employee is a stakeholder in Stratus’ success. This environment offers endless career opportunities for individuals with a commitment to customer service, focus on execution and bias for action.

Job Summary: The Print & Vinyl Associate is responsible for preparing, inspecting, and applying vinyl to various substrates to produce high-quality signage products. This role requires attention to detail, proficiency with vinyl application tools, and the ability to follow specifications to ensure all signage meets customer and company standards.

• Apply vinyl to various substrates, ensuring alignment with customer specifications and design standards.
• Inspect, clean, and prepare work areas and materials before starting each project.
• Verify cutout patterns against dimensional data, photographs, blueprints, samples, or customer specifications.
• Select appropriate vinyl materials based on work orders or supervisor instructions.
• Operate laminator machines to cut vinyl into designated shapes and sizes.
• Use precision tools, such as X-Acto knives, to remove vinyl pieces and backing accurately.
• Smooth vinyl surfaces, removing wrinkles and air bubbles using squeegees or hands for a professional finish.
• Inspect completed products visually to confirm they meet specifications and are free of defects.
• Cure materials by allowing them to set at room temperature or placing them under heat lamps as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance of tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace to support safety and efficiency.

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to use a tape measure accurately.
• Comfortable working with hands on detailed and repetitive tasks.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work within established processes.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is: 

• Regularly required to sit for long periods of time. 
• The employee frequently is required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Why Work With Us

• Supportive & Friendly Culture
• Manage national accounts for Fortune 500 companies
• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 401k with Employer Contribution
• Company paid Short/Long Term Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off program + Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Career Mapping
• Additional perks including Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Program, Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness Plans, Commuter Benefits and various employee discount offerings from our Vendors

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