Silk Screen

Klein Tools•Fort Smith, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Silk Screener position is responsible for printing lettering and designs with a screen printing device on products both manually and using an automated silk press. This role involves setting up the machine to ensure proper location on the part being screened and placing the proper ink into the screen frame. When hand screening, the individual draws a squeegee across the screen to transfer the design to the object. The position requires remaining alert for in-process product imperfections and bringing them to the supervisor's attention. Cleaning screens as required during and at the end of production runs, or when changing colors, is also a key responsibility. The Silk Screener must record processed quantities, compare them to the work order, and report any discrepancies to the supervisor or lead person. Moving completed work to the proper staging areas and exercising safety procedures to prevent injury and equipment damage are also essential duties. Daily safety operation procedures must be read and checked off before starting the machine. All other duties as assigned will also be performed.

Requirements

High School Diploma
One (2) year related work experience in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of the different types of materials and their characteristics and flaws for quality acceptability.
Demonstrate basic mathematical, reading, writing, and comprehension as well as communication skills.
Demonstrate a strong attention to detail.
Demonstrate the capacity to shift priorities.
Ability to read a blueprint and tape measure.
Ability to work closely and effectively with all employees and management staff.

Responsibilities

Printing lettering and designs with a screen printing device on products both manually and automated silk press.
Setting up machine to ensure proper location on part being screened.
Ensuring position of objects against guides on setup board or holding fixture of screening device.
Placing proper ink into screen frame.
Drawing squeegee across screen to transfer design to object when hand screening.
Remaining alert for in-process product imperfections and bringing them to the supervisor's attention.
Cleaning screen as required during the production run, at the end of run, and when using different colors.
Recording the quantity that has been processed and comparing it to the work order quantity before releasing order for next operation.
Reporting discrepancies to the supervisor or lead person.
Moving work to the proper staging area(s) within the department after completion.
Exercising safety procedures to prevent injury to oneself and coworkers, and to prevent damage to equipment.
Reading and checking off daily safety operation procedures before starting the machine.
Performing all other duties as assigned.