Title: Apparel Print Press Operator
Shift: Second Shift | Monday – Thursday (4:10 PM – 2:55 AM)
Salary: $16.00 – $20.00 per hour (Based on experience)
Apparel Print Press Operator Role:
This role exists to support the high-volume production of custom-branded apparel using advanced apparel printing technology. Our client is seeking a dedicated individual to manage the setup, operation, and quality control of apparel print presses to ensure accurate and timely delivery of client orders.
Apparel Print Press Operator Responsibilities:
- Set up and calibrate the ROQ, Workhorse, or M&R automatic apparel press including registration and laser guide alignment
- Load and unload garments onto the 16-paddle carousel with precision to ensure straight image placement
- Monitor ink flow and screen tension throughout the production run to maintain image consistency
- Operate heat flash units and heat tunnels to ensure proper curing of inks
- Perform "catching" duties at the end of the heat tunnel to fold and stack finished products
- Conduct visual inspections of printed designs to identify errors in blending, alignment, or color
- Track production counts against job tickets using a work tablet to ensure order accuracy
- Communicate with first-shift operators during shift hand-offs to troubleshoot machine performance
- Maintain a clean and organized workstation in a warm, fast-paced production environment
- Collaborate with a three-person team to maximize machine throughput and efficiency
Apparel Print Press Operator Reporting Relationships:
The candidate will report to the Second Shift Production Supervisor and does not have any direct reports.
About You:
- Possess a strong work ethic and a "head down" approach to completing production tasks
- Demonstrate extreme attention to detail to ensure designs are straight and colors are accurate
- Have the physical stamina to stand for the duration of a 10-hour shift
- Show a willingness to work in a warmer industrial environment due to heat-curing equipment
- Exhibit a collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively within a small team
- Display reliable attendance and punctuality for the four-day work week
- Maintain focus on repetitive tasks while keeping a high standard of quality
- Enjoy hands-on, "artsy" work within a unique and independent company culture
- Experience with ROQ or similar automatic print presses is a significant plus
- Ability to read and follow digital job tickets on a tablet
Next Steps:
If you are a detail-oriented team player with a passion for hands-on production, we would like to hear from you. This is a direct-hire opportunity with our client, offering a chance to grow within a creative and stable industry.
Additional Information:
- Equal Opportunity Employer: Our client is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.
- Physical Demands: This role requires standing for 10 hours per shift and the ability to work in a warm environment near heat-curing tunnels.
- Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision (available at 90 days); 401k with company match; PTO accrual starting at 30 days; two weeks paid vacation after one year.
- Perks: On-site "PUB" breakroom, micro-market vending, and access to branded company apparel.
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