Screen Printing Press Operator

About the role

Visionz Designs is seeking an experienced Lead Screen Print Press Operator to join our team. Reporting to the Screen Print & Embroidery Manager, a successful candidate will be responsible for setting up and operating an automatic screen printing press to ensure timely delivery of orders. A keen eye for quality control and the ability to spot and troubleshoot defects is a must.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate automatic screen printing presses to print various garments such as t-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies and other apparel items.
• Load screens, inks and squeegees into screen printing press.
• Follow job tickets and artwork specifications to ensure correct placement, registration, and color.
• Perform QC checks during print runs and troubleshoot any issues that arise.
• Follow instructions from the Screen Print & Embroidery Manager and follow production schedules to meet deadlines.
• Breakdown screen printing press when production runs are complete. Removing screens, ink and squeegees.
• Follow cleaning and maintenance schedules to ensure a safe and organized workspace.
• Working in other departments may be required from time to time.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years experience operating automatic screen printing presses.
• ROQ automatic printing press experience is preferred but not essential.
• Understanding of different screen meshes, squeegee durometers, ink types and garment styles.
• Understanding of 5S practices is a bonus but not essential.
• Ability to problem solve and adapt to a changing work environment.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks as part of the screen printing process.

Qualifications

• Understanding of different screen meshes, squeegee durometers, ink types and garment styles.
• Understanding of 5S practices is a bonus but not essential.
• Ability to problem solve and adapt to a changing work environment.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks as part of the screen printing process.

Skills

• Understanding of different screen meshes, squeegee durometers, ink types and garment styles.
• Understanding of 5S practices is a bonus but not essential.
• Ability to problem solve and adapt to a changing work environment.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks as part of the screen printing process.

Benefits

• Health Insurance - QSEHRA (Health Reimbursement Arrangement)
• Retail Plans: 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation days, sick leave, and holidays.

Pay

$20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate production needs.