Seeking Automatic Silkscreen Press Operator in Southern California

Santa Barbara, ca, United States

American Silkscreen, INC is currently seeking an Automatic Silkscreen Press Operator to join our team.

Our ideal candidate has several years working experience in the industry. On site training will be provided but applicants should have prior applicable work experience. Applicant should be professional, punctual, able to solve problems on the fly, able to work unsupervised, thrive in a team environment, and have a strong sense of pride in the quality of their work.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
• Daily operation of our 3 M&R Automatic screen printing presses
• Ability to set up and tear down jobs without supervision
• Ability to quickly line up multi-color jobs with micro-adjustments
• Understand and perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting
• Follow work orders closely and perform tasks in a timely manner
• Loading and unloading shirts onto the press efficiently and correctly
• Understand the printing process from start to finish
• Working with support staff to create an efficient work environment

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
• 2+ years experience operating an automatic screen printing press
• Experience with printing and mixing plastisol ink is required
• Experience in water-based inks is a plus, not required

SKILLS AND CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS:
• Maintain an orderly and clean working area
• Must be reliable and show up on time for work
• Strong attention to detail and quality control
• Perform within a fast-paced environment
• Ability to problem solve and think creatively
• Physical ability to stand and operate press for hours at a time
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds

Pay range is $22-$25/hour (depending on experience); this is a full-time position with the potential for overtime if desired.

American Silkscreen, INC (ASI) is Santa Barbara’s premier apparel manufacturing company. Founded in 1976, ASI is a proudly family owned and operated company located in a commercial production facility in the heart of Santa Barbara’s East Side. We operate 3 fully automatic silkscreen presses, (an 8, a 10, and a 14 head M&R Gauntlet Carousels) as well as an embroidery department running a 6 head and two smaller single head embroidery machines. We specialize in screen printing, embroidery, and graphic design of custom wearables and accessories. Our customers range from nationally distributed retailers and global destination resorts to local businesses, charities, and organizations.

Check out our company website: americansilkscreen.com

We look forward to reviewing your application.