- Location: Bolton, Ontario
- Company: WSI Sign Systems Limited
- Experience Level: 5+ Years
- Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
- Hours: 40 hours per week (8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday)
About Us
WSI Sign Systems Ltd. is a leading boutique sign manufacturer in the Greater Toronto area, specializing in high-quality, specialty signage for a diverse clientele. We pride ourselves on craftsmanship and precision, and we are looking for a highly skilled Silk Screen Printer to join our production team and help bring our creative visions to life.
The Role
In this role, you will use AutoCAD to independently transform Design Intent Drawings from Designers & Architects into precise technical fabrication drawings for architectural signage applications, including wayfinding, identity signage, and donor recognition. As an industry experienced professional you are highly organized, an excellent problem solver and fully capable of managing your own workload with minimum supervision in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
This posting is for an existing job vacancy.
Key Responsibilities
In this position you will own the technical progression of a project from fabrication design through to shop floor and final installation.
- Create Fabrication Drawings: Use AutoCAD to create comprehensive 2D fabrication drawings (with basic 3D as required on select projects) from Design Intent, Client Sketches incorporating information from Site Surveys and Architectural Drawings for client approval, permit applications, and structural engineer sign-offs.
- Design Presentations: Utilise CorelDRAW and Adobe Illustrator to create colour presentations and graphics layouts to meet client requirements.
- Generate Production Files: Following drawing approval, extract parts and generate accurate cut files for CNC machining and fabrication accounting for material properties and tolerances.
- Collaborate with Production: Interface dynamically with production team to trouble shoot fabrication challenges and update drawings to reflect changes made ensuring accurate As-built documentation.
- Manage Workload: Successfully prioritize your own daily tasks and multi-task across multiple projects to consistently hit strict project deadlines.
- Maintain Digital Files: Organize and maintain the company’s drawing database, ensuring file naming and revision controls are followed.
Qualifications & Skills
- Industry Experience: Proven drafting experience specifically within the sign industry is required for this role (minimum 5 yrs)
- Education: Graduate of a Drafting, Architectural Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related program.
- Software Proficiency: Must be highly proficient in the current version of AutoCAD.
- Strong knowledge of CorelDRAW, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Acrobat Professional
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Technical & Manufacturing Acumen: Proven ability to read & interpret complex architectural drawings and floor / site plans.
- Solid command of geometry, numeracy, standard drafting principles, symbols, and nomenclature.
- Deep understanding of sign manufacturing processes and construction methodology, building codes, material properties, and electrical systems.
- In depth knowledge of standard manufacturing materials (aluminum, stainless steel, acrylic, glass, LEDs, vinyl) is essential
- Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving capabilities, clear communication skills, and a strong collaborative mindset to work effectively within a team environment.
Compensation:
- Starting Salary: $55,000 to $65,000 Annually Commensurate with Experience
- Overtime Policy: Typical hours are 40 hours a week. Extra hours may be required to meet critical project deadlines, compensation or Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) will be provided at the discretion of management.
- Benefits: health & dental insurance, paid time off, flexible work hours, etc.
How to Apply
If you have the experience and passion for producing top-tier signage, we encourage you to apply! Please send your resume via Indeed.ca. Although we appreciate each application, only those being considered for the position will be contacted.
WSI Sign Systems Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process, please let us know when selected to take part in our recruitment process so that reasonable arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodations to be in place. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Application question(s):
- Are you proficient in the current version of AutoCAD?
Education:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required)
Experience:
- Drafting: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person
