Production Associate

Ametrine, Inc.•Round Rock, TX

About The Position

The Printer Operator operates and maintains industrial fabric printing equipment used to apply patterns and designs to raw textiles. The role ensures equipment operates properly, production runs meet quality standards, and finished materials are consistent and accurate. It also includes routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and basic repairs to keep equipment running efficiently and minimize downtime. The position follows a four-day workweek with 10-hour shifts. Employees may be scheduled Thursday–Sunday, Friday–Monday, or Saturday–Tuesday, based on operational needs and employee availability. Shifts may increase to 12 hours per day during busy season. Weekend availability and overtime as required are expected. The role is in a manufacturing environment and requires following safety procedures. The employee must be a US Person, per US government contracts.

Requirements

Must be a US Person, per US government contracts.
Weekend availability is required.
Overtime as required.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
Ability to read and follow work instructions, production specifications, and quality requirements.
Comfort working with computers and electronic equipment used to operate and monitor machinery.
Ability to perform basic equipment maintenance and repairs.
Ability to identify problems, determine likely causes, and take appropriate corrective action.
Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a production team.
Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive physical tasks.
Ability to lift, move, and handle materials as required.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and follow required safety procedures.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs regularly.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, twist, and stoop for extended periods.
Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for handling small parts or tools.
Tolerance for varying temperatures and industrial environments.
Ability to wear required PPE, including gloves, safety glasses, and hearing protection.
Adequate vision, with or without corrective lenses, to read labels and documents and operate machinery safely.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks and remain focused on quality and safety.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous experience operating industrial machinery, textile equipment, printing equipment, or similar production equipment preferred.
Willingness to learn the company's specific printing processes, equipment, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

Operate industrial-sized fabric printing equipment to produce high-quality, consistent printed textiles.
Set up and prepare printing equipment for production runs, including loading materials, selecting settings, and verifying print patterns.
Monitor equipment during production and ensure prints meet established quality standards.
Inspect printed textiles for color, pattern alignment, coverage, defects, and other quality issues.
Identify and correct printing or equipment issues before they affect production or product quality.
Clean, maintain, adjust, and calibrate printing equipment.
Troubleshoot equipment problems and perform basic repairs.
Work with maintenance, engineering, or other team members when issues require additional technical support.
Monitor machine performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, and print quality.
Maintain accurate production and quality records.
Follow work instructions, safety procedures, quality requirements, and company policies related to safety, quality, security, and confidentiality.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Handle and store raw textiles, inks, chemicals, and other production materials properly.
Inspect equipment regularly and promptly report issues that could affect safety, quality, or production.
Assist with testing new materials, patterns, equipment settings, and printing processes.
Support other production activities as needed to meet team and company goals.