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!