Direct to Garment Printer

Description

Direct-to-Garment (DTG) Printer

DEPARTMENT:      Print  

REPORTS TO:        Director of Manufacturing

SUPERVISES:         N/A    

Summary: 

Crazy Shirts’ purpose is to create original and memorable artwork on quality products that take our customers on the endless vacation in everyday life.  As a Direct-to-Garment (DTG) Printer, your primary job duties revolve around operating and maintaining DTG printing equipment to create high-quality prints on various types of garments, such as T-shirts, hoodies, and other apparel.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not necessarily limited to:

• Printing Setup: Prepare the DTG printer for the printing process, including loading the garments onto the print bed or platen and ensuring they are positioned correctly for accurate printing.
• Image Preparation: Ensure that the digital images or designs to be printed are appropriately formatted and optimized for the DTG printing process. This may involve using graphic design software to adjust colors, resolution, and size.
• Printing: Operate the DTG printer according to the specifications of each job. This includes selecting the appropriate print settings, such as print resolution, ink saturation, and printing speed, to achieve the desired print quality.
• Color Management: Calibrate and maintain color consistency throughout the printing process to ensure accurate color reproduction on the garments.
• Quality Control: Regularly inspect the printed garments to ensure they meet quality standards. Address any printing issues promptly, such as ink smudging, misalignment, or color discrepancies.
• Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of the DTG printer to keep it in optimal working condition. This may involve replacing printer heads, cleaning ink lines, and checking for any mechanical issues.
• Ink and Supplies Management: Monitor ink levels and other consumables, such as pretreatment solutions and cleaning supplies, to ensure an adequate stock is maintained for uninterrupted printing.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and troubleshoot technical issues with the DTG printer and work to resolve them efficiently to minimize downtime.
• Production Scheduling: Work with production managers or supervisors to prioritize printing jobs based on deadlines and production requirements.
• Compliance: Adhere to safety regulations and company policies while operating the DTG printer and handling printing chemicals and materials.
• Record Keeping: Maintain records of printed orders, ink usage, maintenance tasks, and any other relevant data to track productivity and improve efficiency.
• Collaboration: Coordinate with other team members, such as graphic designers, production staff, and sales personnel, to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of orders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to distinguish very subtle shades and colors
• Experience with automated screen print operation/techniques, knowledge of water-based inks helpful
• Basic math and reading skills
• Pass the background screening

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Standing for long periods of time, bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, carrying and moving items up to 45lbs.
• Performing repetitive motions throughout shift
• Manual dexterity for operating machinery
• Ability to perform essential job functions in an environment with varied noise levels
• Passing forklifts may emit gas and stop traffic in the common areas
• The warehouse environment may be dusty, noisy, and open to interior temperature changes
• The use of appropriate PPE—including eye and ear protection, rubber gloves as needed for comfort.
• Must be able to abide by the company’s Exposure Prevention, Preparedness, and Response guidelines as it relates to the spread of communicable diseases, and workplace safety; this includes use of masks (as needed and required per CDC and Company recommendations) and the ability to use cleaning supplies for cleaning and disinfection purposes.

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