What are the responsibilities and job description for the Screen Printer position at Hailey Printing & Graphics?
Experienced Screen Printing Operator – Automatic Press
Hailey Printing is hiring experienced Screen Print Operators to join a fast-paced production team.
This role involves setup, registration, and operation of automatic presses (ROQ, M&R), working as part of a disciplined production team focused on quality and on-time delivery.
Role Summary :
We are seeking an experienced Automatic Press Screen Printing Operator to run high‑volume production on automatic screen‑printing presses.
This role owns setup, registration, print quality, throughput, and press discipline. This is not an entry‑level position. We are looking for an operator who understands process, repeatability, and production and can run an auto press without supervision.
Set up, register, and operate automatic screen‑printing presses according to job specifications and approved samples
Load screens in proper sequence and achieve fast, accurate registration
Set and maintain off‑contact, squeegee pressure, flood bars, stroke, and press speeds manage inks, maintaining viscosity, color accuracy, and opacity
Maintain consistent print quality throughout the production run—no drifting, no “good enough”
Quality Ownership Monitor prints continuously during the run (registration, color density, ink coverage)
Pull samples at defined intervals and stop production immediately if quality falls out of spec Do not push bad work through to protect speed or counts
Maintain clean handoffs to stacking, finishing, and downstream teams Press Care
Maintenance Perform routine preventative maintenance on presses, dryers, and related equipment
Clean, inspect, and lubricate equipment as scheduled Identify developing mechanical issues early and escalate before downtime occurs
Maintain a clean, organized, production‑ready press area
Required Experience & Skills 3 years operating automatic screen‑printing presses Proven ability to set up and register multi‑color jobs efficiently.
Strong understanding of inks, mesh counts, emulsions, and curing requirements
Ability to maintain quality at speed in a production environment
Detail‑oriented, process‑driven, and comfortable being held to standards
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
What Success Looks Like:
Jobs start on time and run predictably
First articles are approved quickly Print quality stays locked in from first piece to last
Why This Role Matters :Automatic presses drive the entire production schedule. This role directly impacts: On‑time delivery Rework and waste Customer satisfaction Overall shop throughput If you take pride in tight setups, clean prints, and disciplined execution, you’ll do well here.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $25