Equipment Operator Assistant

Taylor Communications•Bloomington, IL

40d•Onsite

About The Position

Taylor Corporation is looking for an Equipment Operator Assistant to join our Bloomington Facility. This role involves assisting with the setup and operation of screen printing equipment for garments and apparel. The position requires attention to detail, the ability to follow instructions, and a willingness to learn the screen printing process. Taylor Corporation is a growing, dynamic, family-owned company that values employee potential and strives to create opportunity and security.

Requirements

Experience in a production-related environment preferred.
Interest in learning apparel screen printing and machine operation.
Strong attention to detail and quality.
Ability to follow instructions and job specifications closely.
Basic math and computer skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong multitasking, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work well independently as well as in a team environment.
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information and ideas so others will understand.
Regularly required to remain in a stationary position.
Constantly operates machinery and handles products including apparel, garments, inks, screens, and print materials.
Frequently required to move inside the facility.
Regularly move up to 25+ pounds, including lifting, pushing, pulling and/or carrying.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma/GED.
Previous screen printing experience.
Experience working with garments, apparel, textiles, or decorated products.
Ability to use measuring tools such as a tape measure and T-square.
Good color discernment.
Mechanical aptitude or previous machine operation experience.

Responsibilities

Assist with the setup of screen printing equipment according to job specifications and production requirements.
Support the operation of screen printing machines used to print on garments and apparel products such as shirts, shorts, pants, tank tops, tote bags, and similar items.
Prepare garments, screens, inks, and materials needed for production.
Help monitor print quality throughout the production run, including color accuracy, placement, registration, and overall appearance.
Assist with identifying print issues, color mismatches, screen concerns, or basic equipment issues and communicate them to the team.
Maintain equipment in good working condition through a regular maintenance schedule.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Accurately maintain a daily production sheet and properly log all production information and material into the Hagen system.
Follow all safety, quality, and production procedures.