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Orlando, FL, United States
Full time
Real Thread is currently seeking a Press Operator to join our Production Team!
Our Press team forms the core of our operation. As a Press Operator, you will be performing all printing functions including loading, printing, and maintenance. It’s fast-paced, hard work, and a lot of fun; but it isn’t for everyone. If you have experience as a Press Operator in a screen-printing environment, a strong work ethic and a passion for quality, then this just might be the job for you!
Why You'll Love Working For Us (Our Benefits)
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Medical and Dental insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Love your job like never before. Seriously, we have an awesome team!
Your Responsibilities:
- Manage workflow using the daily printing schedule
- Operate an M&R Auto Press
- Set up jobs and ensure QC checks – registration, flash settings, squeegee speed, and pressure
- Print with a variety of ink types, like discharge, acrylic, and plastisol
- Use proper methods/techniques to operate and maintain automatic screen printing equipment
- Verify size, color type of product, and ink color(s) from order
- Follow up regularly to confirm the quality of the product being printed
- Maintain continuous inspection of job specifications and quality throughout the production run
- Ensure proper cleanliness and safety of equipment
What We Need From You (Our Requirements):
- You know the screen printing business because you’ve lived it and you loved it
- You’re a leader who enjoys collaboration in a production environment
- You are able to work effectively in an open warehouse
- A clean, safe, and efficient workplace is important to you
- You are organized and treat your equipment and tools with respect
- Mechanical stuff excites you, especially if you get to troubleshoot it
- You understand the printing and operation of M&R style machines
About Real Thread
Real Thread is an industry-leading custom t-shirt printer based in sunny Orlando, FL. We are particularly known for our crazy soft t-shirts, dedication to quality, and amazing customer support team! The Real Thread team is committed to hiring top-performing individuals seeking long term employment with great opportunities and benefits!