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Summary

Reporting to the Cutting/Silkscreen Supervisor, this position is responsible for making, maintaining, reclaiming, and storing all screens for the screen-printing process.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates screen requirements with the Cutting/Silkscreen Supervisor to meet production schedules.
• Interfaces with the graphic art department on the screen making capacity and capabilities for new product development.
• Solicit feedback from the Silkscreen operators to identify any premature screen breakdowns, mesh selection problems or to get recommendations for future changes.
• Stretch all frames with the understanding of mesh counts and tensions.
• Remove stains and degrease all frames.
• Forecast any potential problems before the burning process.  Consult with graphic art department with any film discrepancies.
• Burn film positives into the coated screens and wash out the images.
• Monitor inventory and maintenance of burned screens, repairing or replacing as necessary.
• Scrapping and cleaning screens as required.
• Fill in other areas when absences occur.

Responsibilities

• Ensures own production conforms to requirements of quality and schedule
• Inspects input/output quality requirements on all units processed.
• Follows approved procedures to complete all tasks.
• Maintains work area in a clean, repaired and organized manner.
• Handles and stores all regulated materials in compliance with company policy, state and federal regulations.
• Ability to work overtime as business needs dictate.

Education & Qualifications

• High school or equivalent
• Must have training in screen making and graphic arts.
• Must have strong understanding of manufacturing and processes.
• Graphics background preferred

Equipment Used

Screen printing press machine

Note:

1) The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the classification. They reflect the essential elements and general responsibilities of the position, but are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

2) The performance of all essential functions listed is subject to reasonable accommodation in accordance with the American Disabilities Act.