Overview
Join our dynamic creative team as a Screen Printing Operator and bring vibrant designs to life through expert printing techniques! In this role, you'll be at the forefront of producing high-quality printed apparel, promotional items, and custom merchandise. Your keen eye for detail, technical skill, and passion for visual arts will ensure each print meets our exacting standards. This is an exciting opportunity for someone eager to combine craftsmanship with creativity in a fast-paced environment that values innovation and precision.
Duties
- Operate and maintain screen printing equipment, ensuring optimal performance and quality output.
- Prepare screens, inks, and substrates before printing runs, following detailed specifications.
- Set up printing stations efficiently, including aligning screens and calibrating colors to achieve accurate results.
- Monitor production processes closely, making adjustments as needed to maintain consistency across batches.
- Conduct quality control checks on finished products, inspecting for color accuracy, registration, and overall print quality.
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace, adhering to safety standards and best practices in equipment handling.
- Troubleshoot technical issues with machinery or print defects promptly to minimize downtime.
- Collaborate with design teams to understand project requirements and ensure the final product aligns with artistic vision.
- Keep detailed records of production runs, ink formulations, and maintenance activities for accountability and continuous improvement.
Experience
- Proven experience operating screen printing equipment in a commercial or artistic setting.
- Strong understanding of color theory, ink mixing, and substrate compatibility to produce vibrant, durable prints.
- Familiarity with digital design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Creative Suite tools for preparing artwork files.
- Knowledge of graphic design principles including typography, layout design, and visual composition.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings or digital art files for accurate reproduction on various materials.
- Basic understanding of related skills like photography, motion graphics (Adobe After Effects), 3D animation (Maya), CAD or SketchUp is a plus but not required.
- Excellent attention to detail with a focus on quality assurance throughout the production process.
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Enthusiasm for learning new techniques in digital art, web design, or print advertising enhances your versatility as a print specialist. Join us if you're passionate about transforming creative concepts into tangible products! We’re dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where your skills grow alongside exciting projects that challenge your craft every day.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person