The Heat Press Technician is responsible for operating and maintaining heat press equipment used to apply designs, logos, labels, and graphics to garments, promotional products, and other materials. This role ensures high-quality production, adherence to specifications, and compliance with safety and quality standards.
Operate heat press machines according to production schedules and work orders.
Set up equipment, including temperature, pressure, and timing settings based on product specifications.
Apply transfers, vinyl, patches, labels, and other materials to apparel and products.
Inspect products before, during, and after pressing to ensure quality standards are met.
Perform routine machine maintenance and troubleshoot equipment issues.
Monitor inventory of transfers, garments, and production supplies.
Maintain accurate production records and report defects or production concerns.
Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
Assist with packaging, shipping, and other production-related tasks as needed.
Work collaboratively with production, quality, and supervisory teams to meet daily output goals.