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Screen Printing Production Assistant / Operator Trainee
Location: Vista, CA (In-person)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, typically 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
About Us
We are a growing apparel production company serving franchised and multi-location brands across the United States. We produce high-quality apparel and merchandise in a collaborative, team-oriented environment where everyone contributes to the success of the operation.
We're proud of the culture we're building. We work hard, help each other out, take pride in our work, and enjoy what we do. If you're looking for a place where people roll up their sleeves, learn new skills, and work together to get the job done, we'd love to hear from you.
Position Overview
We're looking for a dependable production team member to support our screen-printing operation while developing the skills required to become an automatic press operator.
This is a hands-on production role that works closely with our senior operator and production team. Responsibilities include pulling, loading garments, quality control, setup assistance, reclaiming screens, ink mixing, and other production support tasks. The right candidate will have the opportunity to learn automatic press operation and take on increasing responsibility over time.
This role is ideal for someone who already has some screen-printing experience and wants to continue growing in the industry.
Responsibilities
- Pull and inspect garments during production runs
- Load garments and help keep production flowing efficiently
- Perform quality control checks throughout production
- Assist with setup and teardown of print jobs
- Mix inks and help maintain color consistency
- Reclaim and clean screens as part of the production workflow
- Assist with screen preparation and shop organization
- Support inventory, production preparation, and general shop duties
- Learn automatic press operation and production workflow under the guidance of senior team members
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
What We're Looking For
- At least 1 year of screen-printing production experience preferred, including pulling, loading, setup assistance, reclaiming, ink mixing, manual press operation, or automatic press operation
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Reliable, punctual, and willing to learn
- Comfortable working on your feet in a production environment throughout the day
- Positive attitude and team-first mindset
- Willing to help wherever needed, including setup, cleanup, and reclaiming
- Able to communicate well and work effectively with others
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
What Success Looks Like
- Shows up consistently and ready to work
- Takes pride in producing quality work
- Helps teammates when needed and contributes to a positive work environment
- Learns new skills and takes on increasing responsibility over time
- Understands that quality, consistency, reliability, and teamwork are just as important as speed
What This Role Is Not
- Not a management position
- Not a design or office role
- Not a position where you'll only perform one task all day
- Not a good fit for someone who prefers working independently without supporting the team
Compensation
- $18–22 per hour, depending on experience
- Advancement opportunities based on skills, performance, and demonstrated proficiency
Work Environment
- In-person role in Vista, CA
- Monday–Friday
- Typical hours are 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
- Small team environment
- No remote work
To Apply
Please include a brief description of your screen-printing experience, including any experience with pulling, loading, reclaiming, setup assistance, ink mixing, manual presses, or automatic presses.
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Experience:
- Screen Printing: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- Spanish and English (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22