Full Time Automatic Screen Printer (experienced)

Wichita, KS, US, United States

Job Description

Wichita Screen Printing -- Wichita, KS


Full-Time o Monday-Friday (9 AM - 5 PM)


Pay:

$20-$28/hr (depending on experience)

About the Role



We're looking for a

real screen printer

-- someone who can walk in, look at the day's production board, and start cranking out clean prints without supervision. If you've run an automatic press, know proper curing, and care about clean registration, you'll feel right at home.

What You'll Do



Operate an automatic screen printing press (Day 1, no training wheels) Set up jobs with tight registration Mix inks + match Pantones consistently Burn, coat, tape, and troubleshoot screens Maintain production quality + speed Perform daily and weekly press maintenance Approve test prints and ensure correct curing Work with production assistant(s) to keep jobs flowing Keep the print area clean and organized Track quantities + help hit daily production goals Set up and prepare screen printing equipment, ensuring proper alignment and calibration for each job. Mix inks accurately according to color specifications, maintaining consistency across print runs. Operate manual and automatic screen printing presses efficiently, managing multiple orders simultaneously. Inspect printed items for quality, color accuracy, and registration errors, making adjustments as needed. Maintain a clean and organized workspace, including cleaning screens, tools, and equipment after each use. Collaborate with design teams to understand project requirements and ensure accurate reproduction of artwork. Troubleshoot technical issues during production to minimize downtime and maximize output quality. Keep detailed records of print jobs, ink formulations, and maintenance activities for quality control purposes.

Experience Required



1-3+ years running an automatic press

Solid understanding of off-contact, angles, squeegee pressure Can diagnose typical issues (ghosting, fibrillation, undercuring, etc.) Ability to maintain consistent print quality at production speed Able to troubleshoot on the fly without meltdown mode

Bonus Points If You Have



Manual press experience Knowledge of embroidery or DTF workflows Ability to train assistants A calm attitude when ink gets everywhere

What You Get



Clear workflows and zero-micromanagement A chill shop with steady work all year Competitive pay + room to grow A boss who appreciates someone who can actually print a straight job (rare )

How to Apply



Apply on Indeed with your resume and a quick note about the presses you've run (M&R, ROQ, Anatol, etc.).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD6081529
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    18.0 24.0 USD
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Wichita, KS, US, United States
  • Education
    Not mentioned