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Screen Printer New Age Embroidery & Screen Printing Inc Long Island City, NY Job Details Full-time $20 - $25 an hour 1 day ago Benefits 401(k) Paid time off Qualifications Screen printing presses Machine operation Coating English High school diploma or GED Material converting Machine operator experience Screen printing

Full Job Description Hiring:

Experienced Screen Printing Machine Operator Automatic & Manual Presses We are looking for an experienced and dependable Screen Printing Machine Operator who is knowledgeable in both automatic and manual screen printing. The ideal candidate should understand the screen printing process from start to finish and be able to produce high-quality prints while maintaining efficiency and attention to detail. Responsibilities Operate both automatic and manual screen printing presses. Read, understand, and follow work orders and production specifications. Coat, expose (shoot), and register screens accurately. Mix inks and match colors as needed. Understand different fabric types and select the appropriate inks for each material. Know proper curing and drying temperatures for different inks and fabrics. Load and unload garments and other materials onto and off the press. Set up presses, adjust settings, and troubleshoot printing issues. Maintain consistent print quality, color accuracy, and proper registration. Perform other duties related to the screen printing process as needed. Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe. Qualifications Previous experience in screen printing is required. Experience operating both automatic and manual presses. Strong knowledge of inks, fabrics, screen preparation, registration, and curing processes. Ability to read and follow work orders independently. Good attention to detail and quality control. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment. Reliable, punctual, and able to work well as part of a team. We are looking for someone who understands all aspects of screen printing, takes pride in their work, and can help maintain high production standards and quality.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Paid time off

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Screen Printing:

2 years (Required)

Language:

English (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person