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Screen Printer

Oriental Trading Company
Omaha, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 5/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2027

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
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    Marginal Functions

  • Supports other MC areas as needed
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • May include minor preventive maintenance or troubleshooting
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    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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