Screen Press Assistant American Workforce Group - 4.1 Tacoma, WA Job Details Full-time $22 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Qualifications Mechanical blueprint interpretation Rulers Visual color comparison Interpreting technical drawings Measuring instruments Color matching analysis Hand tools Mechanical knowledge

Full Job Description Print Trade Craft:

Screen Press Assistant Wanted in Fife! Are you looking to build a hands-on career in specialized screen printing and manufacturing with a clear path to advance into a lead operator role? American Workforce Group has partnered with a premier custom printing and graphics manufacturer in Fife, WA to hire a full-time Screen Press Assistant . Working directly alongside an experienced Lead Press Operator, you will assist in the setup, running, and maintenance of a 6-color carousel screen press, handle specialized substrates (vinyl, polycarbonate, Sintra), mix inks, stage screens, and maintain strict print quality and color accuracy. If you have solid mechanical aptitude, sharp color vision, and a desire to master a technical production trade, let's talk! Description for

Screen Press Assistant:

Assist the lead press operator with the setup, alignment, operation, wash-up, and preventative maintenance of a 6-color carousel screen printing press. Load and unload specialty rigid and flexible substrates, including vinyl, polycarbonate, and Sintra panels. Prepare, mix, and match production inks; stage, clean, and reclaim printing screens and squeegees. Conduct continuous visual inspections to monitor print registration, ink opacity, and color fidelity against approved proofs. Assist in basic machine troubleshooting and minor adjustments to maintain efficient cycle times and minimize material scrap. Maintain an organized, clean, and solvent-safe press bay; support secondary finishing or bindery departments as production demands require. Strictly adhere to facility safety guidelines, chemical handling procedures, and company confidentiality standards. Details for

Screen Press Assistant:

Pay Rate:

Competitive Wage (Scaling based on print experience and substrate knowledge / DOE).

Schedule:

Full-Time (Core schedule with flexibility required based on production volume; occasional nights, weekends, or holidays).

Shift Hours:

TBD.

Location:

Fife, WA facility.

Career Growth:

Hands-on training provided with direct opportunity to advance into a Lead Press Operator position.

Position Type:

Full-Time, long-term trade pathway. Requirements for

Screen Press Assistant:

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Technical Literacy:

Ability to read work orders, interpret technical drawings, and use basic measuring instruments (rulers, calipers).

Mechanical & Visual Aptitude:

Confident hands-on tool skills, sharp visual acuity, and normal color recognition for accurate ink matching. Prior experience in a manufacturing, print production, or sign shop environment preferred; familiarity with plastic substrates is a plus. High level of self-motivation, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative shop environment. Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check. Exceptional history of daily attendance, reliability, and punctuality.

Benefits Include:

Competitive hourly pay based on experience. Direct cross-training into a high-demand press operator trade. Washington State Paid Sick Leave tracking. Comprehensive industry-standard benefits upon permanent hire.

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