Dye Sublimination Press Operator

About the role

The Dye Sublimation Press Operator ensures efficient production and quality output that meets customer specifications. This role involves operating sublimation presses to produce high-quality customized products, including setting up equipment, monitoring the sublimation process, and verifying that finished products meet established quality standards. Additionally, the operator will train and develop new department staff, coordinate production workflows with prepress and post press teams, and maintain strict compliance with all company safety and environmental policies.

Responsibilities

• Operate EFI FabriVu dye sublimation press to produce prints and perform routine maintenance
• Operate Kleverick heat press to sublimate prints and perform routine maintenance
• Operate Helios laser cutter to cut sublimated prints and perform routine maintenance
• Set up and operate sublimation equipment according to standard operating procedures
• Adjust press settings, including temperature and time, to achieve desired results and prevent bleeding and ghosting
• Load and unload substrates (up to 50 lbs of unbacked polyester fabric) onto the press
• Maintain strict compliance with all company safety and environmental policies

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 5 – 10+ years of work experience
• Thorough knowledge of press operations and functions
• Mechanical ability
• Must be organized and have the ability to plan, prioritize and follow through on projects with minimal supervision
• Must have ability to communicate effectively with all levels in the organization and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Understand basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, measurements and critical thinking, to solve practical problems
• Must have the ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines
• Must have basic computer skills with ability to use Microsoft programs and production related software
• Must be self-motivated, reliable, and quality, safety oriented

Physical Requirements

• Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling and bending
• Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity and coordination
• Requires near visual acuity
• Requires working around and operating departmental equipment
• Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility
• Requires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances

Work Environment

• This position requires some work in an office environment and some work in a production environment.
• The office environment has a low noise level with ambient temperatures controlled by heating and air conditioning and PPE is not required.
• The production environment has a loud noise level may require hearing protection, ambient temperatures are warmer in the summer and colder in the winter, and may have exposure to vapors, chemicals, dust, and odors. Other PPE may be required related to specific tasks.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Policies
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Volunteer Time Off