Job Title: Level 1 - Print Operator (DTF Printers)
Official Shift: 2nd shift 1:00PM - 10:00PM ( Weekend Avalibility Required)
Training Shift: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Required initially before transitioning to your official shift)
We are seeking an energetic, detail-oriented Print Operator to run our Direct-to-Film (DTF) printers. Whether you are an experienced print professional or a highly determined learner ready to jump into hands-on training, this role offers a structured path for career and financial growth!
Mechanical skills and daily troubleshooting are a major part of this position, so a natural knack for technology and problem-solving is essential to your success.
What You Bring to the Table
- Experience in printing processes such as DTF or screen printing (highly preferred).
- Solid understanding of graphic design principles, color management, and prepress.
- Strong mechanical aptitude for operating machinery and diagnosing technical issues.
- Excellent problem-solving skills for daily maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Willing to train: If you lack direct experience but are strong, determined, and a quick learner, we want to talk to you!
Career Growth: The Level-Up Program
We believe in rewarding hard work, reliability, and skill. This position features a transparent advancement track designed to grow your career and your paycheck.
- Start at Level 1: Begin your journey by mastering the basics of our DTF printing processes.
- Advance up to Level 5: Work your way through five distinct operator levels as you master the equipment.
- Unlock Pay Increases: Every time you level up, your pay scale increases.
- Merit-Based Promotion: Advancement is entirely in your hands, based directly on your growing knowledge, on-the-job performance, and reliable attendance.
Key Responsibilities
- Daily Operations: Execute daily print tasks to ensure the timely production and delivery of print jobs.
- Equipment Operation: Set up, run, and perform routine maintenance on DTF printing equipment.
- Quality Control: Follow quality control measures throughout the printing process and maintain accurate records of production output and inventory.
- Troubleshooting: Quickly identify and resolve mechanical or printing issues on the floor to minimize downtime.
- Teamwork: Collaborate closely with teammates to ensure all artwork is handled correctly and production runs smoothly.
Requirements
- Availability to work the Monday – Friday (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) training schedule before transitioning to the permanent 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM weekend/weekday shift.
- Experience with quality control processes in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, mechanical aptitude, and sharp attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with teammates and other departments.
- Ability to safely operate forklifts and other machinery.
- A dedicated, energetic, and determined work ethic.
Bonus Qualifications
- Strong computer experience—building a PC from components is a huge plus!
- Prior experience with screen printing or advanced color management.