Screen Print Press Operator Lead
About The Position
We are seeking a highly skilled Screen Print Press Operator Lead to join our team and play a crucial role in producing high-quality printed materials. This role involves setting up and operating automated screen printing presses and ensuring high-quality production. This role is based on-site at our facility in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated individual to contribute to a dynamic production environment. You'll gain a comprehensive understanding of our operations, working closely with experienced professionals and ensuring the highest standards of quality and efficiency.
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.
- Candidates must be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident Alien, or Protected Individual per 8 U.S.C.1324b(a)(3).
- Candidates being considered for hire 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. May 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
