DC Associate, Lead Screen Printer
As a member of The Foodware Group, the Lead Screen Printer will play a crucial role in ensuring the production of high-quality screen-printed products. This position requires strong attention to detail, technical expertise, and the ability to manage and troubleshoot the entire screen-printing process.
Essential Functions
- Setting Up and Operating: Set up and operate the screen-printing press, including the complete process from burning screens to proper cleaning.
- Quality Control: Inspect print quality and graphic placement to ensure accurate, high-quality prints.
- Troubleshooting: Address and resolve any issues that arise during the printing process.
- Maintaining Cleanliness: Keep the work environment clean and comply with safety procedures.
- Workflow Organization: Maintain an organized workflow for consistent and efficient output.
- Machine Maintenance: Conduct weekly machine cleaning and maintenance.
- Order Inspection: Read and inspect customer work orders, alert the team, and mitigate any issues before printing.
- Press Operation: Operate both automatic and manual screen-printing presses.
- Process Improvement: Implement self-imposed changes to enhance print quality and expedite print times.
Core Competencies for Success
- Strong attention to detail and precision.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Technical proficiency with screen-printing equipment and software is a plus (Adobe Illustrator).
Qualifications
- 3-5 years of experience working in a screen-printing shop.
- Knowledge of best practices for high-quality screen printing.
- Experience working in a fast-paced production environment.
- Bilingual (English and Spanish) is required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Diversity
Diversity is a core value at The Foodware Group that we expect our employees to share. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environments for all individuals working in our organization. We believe every individual on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutions.