Operations Manager for Silvertip Signs – Terrace, British Columbia
A well established and growing sign shop is seeking an experienced operations manager. As a proven leader you are a well-organized individual with excellent communication skills and a solid history of management experience. This is a key role in our organization and a great opportunity for the right person to join northwest BC’s largest sign shop.
About Silvertip Signs:
Silvertip Signs is a division of Silvertip Promotions & Signs, celebrating almost 35 years in business. Silvertip Signs has been providing signage and sign installation services in northwest BC for 25 years. We are a versatile sign business with a well-established clientele. We take sign ideas from design to installation. We offer custom signage, indoor, outdoor, vehicle, illuminated, traffic and industrial. Our company is one of vision & integrity. We are well poised to embrace a bright future in an expanding and fast moving economy.
Key Accountabilities for the General Manager position:
- Lead a team of experienced, creative sign makers
- Manage account sales, control expenditures
- Quoting and monitoring work flows
- Hands on production as required
- Special projects as assigned
- Project management on large accounts
- Communications, public relations, networking, company branding and promotion
- Human resource management, Health and Safety
- Inventory control
- Budgeting, strategic planning
- Maintaining trust and long-term relationships with suppliers and clients
Desired Qualities:
- Leadership, dependable, reputable, self-motivated, positive attitude, goal-oriented
- Able to mentor and empower staff
- Able to make professional decisions in a fast-paced environment
- Able to multitask, prioritize and manage time effectively
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Comfortable in both a leadership and team-player role
- Strong problem solving skills
- Willingness to learn
Minimum Qualifications:
- 5+ years of sign shop experience & management experience
- Sales and customer service background
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Corel Draw
- Knowledge of sign related computer programs is a must
- Knowledge of sign production and installation is a must
Job Benefits:
- Full time employment
- Full benefits including medical & dental package
- Performance bonuses
- Positive working atmosphere
- Compensation: to be discussed
Three great reasons you want to work for Silvertip Signs:
- Fast growing progressive company
- Locally owned business with a great reputation
- Excellent team participation with family-like atmosphere
Apply for this position:
Email cover letter, resume with complete employment history along with industry references to:
Gord Shaben, President
Silvertip Signs