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Silkscreen Operator

Outer Armor by Commercial Sewing, Inc.
Torrington, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 12/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/27/2026

Have an interest in Screen Making? Screen Printing?  At Art School and need a job?  We train and promote from within.  If you are looking to join a family rather than being "just another number," Commercial Sewing is the place for you.  Apply today and come see why our employees have been with us for 20, 30, and even 40 years.  

Summary

This position reports to the Cutting/Silkscreen Supervisor and is responsible for all operations within the Silkscreen department to meet daily production goals.

Essential Functions

  • Load cut pieces onto the screen printing press, if possible, stacking pieces on a one-color press.
  • Check with stacker for any recuts, inform supervisor or assistant of any recut requirements.
  • Glue pallets as the unloader removes the last ten printed pieces.
  • Adjust the flash cure units for different fabrics and dwell times.
  • Alternate stations with the unloader.
  • Align the lasers according to the locations on the top lay markers.
  • Load pieces to powder pallets.
  • Load/unload production run.
  • Man controls and assist unloader for final adjustments.
  • Inspect and unload printed pieces from the press and place onto the dryer.
  • Load scraps on the pallets according to line up of the screens for next job.
  • Help reglue pallets as necessary.
  • Powder pallets as the loader aligns the pieces.
  • Keep press running throughout run, informing the supervisor or assistant to scrape/add ink and glue if necessary.
  • Stack pieces as they come off dryer, inspect for flaws, holes, misprints and curing.
  • Monitor dryer settings and adjust for next job.

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.
  • Assist with other tasks in the department or others as needed.
Qualifications:

Education & Qualifications

  • High school or equivalent
  • Some technical training in screen printing operations
  • 1-2 years experience in a manufacturing environment.

Equipment Used

Screen printing press, dryer

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.

Salary : $15

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