Press Operator Job at CULTURE STUDIO in Chicago
CULTURE STUDIO, Chicago, IL, United States, 60290
Position Summary
The Press operator has attention to detail, takes initiative, and enjoys the art of screen printing overall. The individual in this role thrives off of perfection, and helping problem solve. Culture Studio takes pride in the quality of every print produced. Due to our drive for perfection, we provide top-of-the-line equipment and supplies that the press operator and team are responsible for upkeep. Every unit the press lead produces with the support of the press operator provides our clients and their fans a memory whether it’s a concert purchase, a retail must-have, or a cool t-shirt to add to the collection. It’s important to have that at the top of your mind and let your dedication and drive do the talking. The Press Operator is a partner to the Press Lead in the daily operations of the automatic screen print machine. This press operator uses the in and out motion of their upper body to remove a garment from a pallet onto a dryer. The press operator assists in setting up the machine, surface cleaning of the machine and area, as well as quality control.
Top Priorities
- Safety
- Quality
- Efficiencies
Position Duties
- Go through safety training and stay compliant while operating or using machinery.
- Unload printed shirts with automatic machinery.
- With the help of the Supervisor and Leads, ensure every order is printed correctly and on time.
- Communicate effectively with team members to eliminate any downtime.
- Maintain a clean and organized workstation every day.
- Clean and grease press according to maintenance logs.
- Assist Press Lead in press setups quickly, effectively, and safely, ensuring communication with the Press Lead.
- Break down finished jobs and remove inks from screens safely, ensuring communication with the Press Lead.
- Report all issues/errors to the Press Lead.
- Ensure all screens and tools are ready to be returned to washout when finished.
- Return all inks to the ink department when finished; clean buckets must be ready to be returned to the ink department after use.
- Continuously move to assist the Press Lead in completing the daily schedule.
- Capable of working in a fast-paced environment and acting proactively.
- Be flexible in altering position due to workflow needs of the day.
- Work closely with colleagues on machinery to create a team effort and learn to perfect your craft.
Career Development
- Press Operator Level I-II
- Press Lead Level I-III
- POD Lead
Qualifications/Skills
- Comfortable with reading and basic math.
- Basic computer skills.
- A dynamic personality with a drive to reach decisions.
- Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with all levels of management.
- Organizational skills and ability to manage projects and time.
- Attention to detail and a ‘get things done’ attitude.
- Previous manual and automatic screen printing knowledge preferred but not required.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Comfortable working with or around automatic machinery.
Employee Benefits
- Medical Insurance Offering with United Healthcare (2 Options available).
- Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Offering with Mutual Of Omaha.
- 401k Retirement Option.
- 401k Company Match.
- Yearly Paid Time Off Benefits.
- Career Growth and Development.