Overview

As our Merchandise Center Screen Printer, you will be responsible for operating screen printing equipment and producing customer-specific decorated product, including t-shirts. You will also be responsible for cleaning, reclaiming and performing other screen maintenance as needed. Other responsibilities include using the exposure unit, developing screens and plates, and aligning screens for accurate registration.

Detailed Description

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions

Operates manual and automated screen printing equipment

Sets up multi-color jobs on the manual or automated press

Positions film positives, exposes and develops screen or plate

Tapes and blocks out perimeter of the screen

Checks for and repairs pinholes on the screen

Processes designated screens with reclaiming solution to remove stencil emulsion or film, applies haze remover to remove ghosting and degreases new or reclaimed screens

Cleans screens, which includes removing ink residue and tape from the screens

Performs all screen maintenance, which includes the following:

Removal of damaged screen mesh
Prepping the screen frame
Selecting and cutting mesh to size
Stretching screen mesh across the screen to required tension specifications
Adhering mesh to the screens

Troubleshoots registration issues by aligning the screens and using micro registration

Unpacks and repacks printed product

Ensures quality control of printed items

Trains other operators on the screen printing process

Utilizes personal protective devices and other safety equipment as required for personal safety

Properly disposes of all hazardous waste

Maintain a clean and safe workstation

Actively participates in impact-planning sessions and works to improve employee engagement

Maintains regular and predictable attendance

Abides by all policies and procedures of Oriental Trading Company

May be required to perform any of the above functions at any of the company locations

Marginal Functions

Supports other MC areas as needed

Performs other duties as assigned

May include minor preventive maintenance or troubleshooting

Here’s what you need to join the fun:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge of mesh counts, mesh tension, squeegee angles and pressure
Able to print half tones
Proven analytical, problem solving and decision making skills
Basic math skills
General PC experience
Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Able to work independently with an eye for detail
Must be detail oriented and able to work in a highly productive environment in a safe manner

Education

Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience

1-2 years screen printing experience required

Other Qualifications

Ability to climb stairs, walk and stand for the duration of the shift
Ability to occasionally lift and move 35 – 40 pounds

Join us at Oriental Trading, a Berkshire Hathaway Company, where fun means business!

Oriental Trading Company (www.orientaltrading.com),is the nation’s largest direct retailer of value-priced party supplies, arts and crafts, toys and novelties, and a leading provider of teaching supplies and affordable home décor and giftware. Founded in 1932 by a Japanese American, the Oriental Trading history of fun spans the better part of the last century. Today, Oriental Trading offers more than 60,000 products to individuals, teachers, schools, churches, businesses and nonprofits. With a corporate vision to “Make Life More Fun,” Oriental Trading (a Berkshire Hathaway company) spreads joy and smiles to millions each year through a robust family of brands; Oriental Trading, Fun Express, MindWare, SmileMakers, Morris Costumes and halloweenexpress.com.

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