Shop Hand / Technician

Shop Hand / Shop Technician

Company: Freeman Signs Inc.

Location: Denver, Colorado

Department: Shop / Production / Operations

Reports To: Production Manager / Fabrication Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

Freeman Signs Inc. is seeking a dependable, organized, and hardworking Shop Hand / Shop

Technician to support the daily operations of our custom sign manufacturing, service, and

installation business. This position is responsible for shipping and receiving, material handling,

inventory organization, shop cleanliness, and maintaining an efficient and safe working

environment.

The Shop Hand / Shop Technician plays an important role in keeping materials, tools,

equipment, and supplies organized and readily available for our fabrication, installation, and

service teams. This individual will help ensure that incoming materials are received accurately,

outgoing products and materials are properly prepared, and the shop remains clean, organized,

and productive.

The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and takes pride in

maintaining an organized workplace. We are looking for someone who recognizes what needs to

be done, takes initiative, and helps keep the entire operation running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

1. Shipping and Receiving

 Receive incoming shipments of raw materials, sign components, hardware, equipment,

and supplies.

 Inspect deliveries for accuracy, damage, and completeness against packing slips and

purchase orders.

 Report discrepancies, damaged materials, and missing items to the appropriate manager.

 Unload deliveries safely using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material-handling

equipment as trained and authorized.

 Organize and store received materials in their designated locations.

 Prepare outgoing shipments, verify contents, package materials, and ensure proper

labeling.

 Coordinate outgoing shipments, deliveries, and transfers of materials between the shop,

job sites, and service vehicles.

 Maintain accurate receiving records and shipping documentation.

 Notify purchasing or management when materials are missing, damaged, or require

replacement.

2. Material Handling and Inventory Control

 Maintain an organized inventory of aluminum, steel, acrylic, plastics, electrical

components, sign hardware, fasteners, and other production supplies.

 Ensure materials are properly labeled and stored in designated areas.

 Monitor frequently used materials and supplies and notify management when inventory is

running low.

 Assist with inventory counts and maintain accurate inventory records.

 Keep raw materials, finished products, customer materials, and job-specific components

separated and identifiable.

 Help stage materials for upcoming fabrication projects and installation jobs.

 Ensure materials are handled and stored properly to prevent damage, waste, and

unnecessary replacement costs.

 Assist with identifying obsolete, damaged, or excess materials.

3. Shop Organization and Cleanliness

 Maintain overall cleanliness and organization throughout the shop, warehouse, storage

areas, and loading areas.

 Keep walkways, workstations, emergency exits, and access to safety equipment clear.

 Sweep floors, remove trash, empty scrap containers, and maintain designated waste and

recycling areas.

 Organize shelving, storage racks, tool areas, and material staging locations.

 Return tools, equipment, and supplies to their designated locations after use.

 Maintain orderly storage of completed signs, sign components, and materials awaiting

production or installation.

 Identify shop organization issues and recommend improvements to improve workflow

and efficiency.

 Help maintain a professional, clean, and safe work environment.

4. Production and Fabrication Support

 Assist fabrication personnel with preparing materials for production.

 Help move, stage, and organize materials needed for sign fabrication.

 Assist with basic shop tasks such as cutting, sanding, grinding, deburring, and material

preparation when trained and authorized.

 Help move completed signs and fabricated components to designated storage or shipping

areas.

 Keep production areas supplied with the materials and consumables needed to complete

jobs.

 Assist with moving equipment, worktables, and materials as directed.

 Help identify missing components or materials that could delay production.

 Follow job identification and labeling procedures to ensure materials are assigned to the

correct projects.

5. Installation and Service Department Support

 Stage materials, hardware, tools, and equipment for scheduled installation and service

jobs.

 Assist installation crews with loading and unloading trucks and trailers.

 Verify that job materials are organized and ready before scheduled departures.

 Help return unused materials, tools, and equipment to their proper locations after jobs are

completed.

 Inspect returned equipment and tools for visible damage and report issues to

management.

 Maintain organized storage of installation equipment, ladders, hardware, and commonly

used supplies.

 Assist with preparing materials and equipment for upcoming service calls and installation

projects.

6. Equipment and Safety

 Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other shop equipment only when properly trained and

authorized.

 Follow company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and established material-handling

procedures.

 Use appropriate personal protective equipment when performing assigned tasks.

 Maintain awareness of hazards associated with heavy materials, sharp metal, power tools,

and moving equipment.

 Report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, and workplace hazards promptly.

 Follow proper procedures for handling and disposing of scrap materials and waste.

 Help ensure that tools, equipment, and storage areas are maintained in safe working

condition.

7. General Shop Support

 Assist with miscellaneous shop and warehouse tasks as assigned by management.

 Support fabrication, installation, service, and project management teams as needed.

 Communicate material shortages, delivery problems, and scheduling concerns to the

appropriate personnel.

 Help prepare the shop for incoming deliveries, production demands, and scheduled

installations.

 Take ownership of assigned responsibilities and complete tasks in a timely and

professional manner.

 Look for opportunities to improve organization, reduce wasted time, and increase overall

shop efficiency.

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Qualifications

 Reliable attendance and punctuality.

 Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

 Ability to follow instructions and work independently.

 Ability to lift, carry, and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds regularly, with

heavier materials handled using appropriate equipment or team lifting.

 Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform physical shop duties throughout the

workday.

 Willingness to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

 Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors.

 Basic computer skills for inventory tracking, shipping records, and receiving

documentation.

 A positive attitude and willingness to assist other departments when needed.

The goal is simple: Keep the shop organized, keep materials moving, and help every

department operate efficiently.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Freeman Signs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a

professional, respectful, and safe workplace. Employment decisions are made based on

qualifications, experience, performance, and business needs.

Pay: $19.29 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $22