Screen Print Press Operator Lead

Nelson Miller Group•Fitchburg, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Nelson Miller Group (NMG) is a leading global provider of custom solutions across various sectors including industrial, IoT, lighting, medical, telecommunications, consumer, and aerospace and defense. They specialize in engineering design, manufacturing, and supply chain management for complex products, with expertise in HMI solutions, plastics, membrane switches, overlays, touch panels, electronics, metals, and cables. The company has a long legacy dating back to 1904, emphasizing innovation, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction. The Screen Print Press Operator Lead will be a crucial part of the production team, responsible for producing high-quality printed materials by setting up and operating automated screen printing presses. This is an on-site role in Fitchburg, Massachusetts.

Requirements

Minimum of three (3) years of printing experience and experience with automatic presses, with a strong preference for screen printing.
Previous experience in apparel printing will be considered.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Strong communication skills to collaborate with team members and supervisors, and the ability to guide and support other employees.
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
An in-depth understanding of basic printing technologies and the ability to make precise adjustments.
Meticulous approach to quality control and a commitment to producing flawless prints.
Ability to identify and troubleshoot issues with equipment or print quality.
Capable of working independently under standard operating procedures (SOPs).
A strong commitment to adhering to and promoting maximum safety standards, quality policies, procedures, work instructions, ISO9000 standards, and ITAR regulations.
Must be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident Alien, or Protected Individual per 8 U.S.C.1324b(a)(3) due to ITAR and/or CUI compliance.
Must pass a pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and monitor screen printing presses (often multi-color) and other auxiliary equipment to ensure smooth and efficient production.
Retrieve and organize printed parts for subsequent passes, ensuring a smooth workflow.
Perform quality checks to ensure prints meet customer specifications and standards, which can include actions like conducting a crosshatch test to verify ink adhesion and checking against a blue line for correct sizing.
Identify and solve problems with equipment, ink, or print quality to minimize downtime.
Train and support team members, share expertise, and guide the team to meet production goals and maintain a safe work environment.
Manage a team of up to 4 employees.
Perform routine cleaning of ink fountains, plates, and cylinders.
Handle minor repairs using hand tools and notify management of any significant equipment problems.
Track printed colors and verify ink accuracy, often using a computer system and other record keeping procedures.
Examine job orders to determine specifications such as quantities, stock, colors, and special instructions.
Verify that paper and ink meet all requirements.
Monitor inventory levels of supplies and request additional materials as needed.
Contribute to maintaining a clean and organized shop environment.
Monitor and adjust environmental factors like humidity and temperature to optimize equipment performance.
Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Benefits

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Company-paid basic life/AD&D insurance
Voluntary supplemental insurances
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Sick Leave
Vacation Time
Company-paid Holidays
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan option with a safe harbor non-elective company contribution