Sheet Metal Silkscreen Tech

USA Dutch knows precision sheet metal fabrication – it's what we do. From laser cutting to punching, bending, welding, and even CNC machining, we have everything it takes to meet your sheet metal fabrication needs. We offer up-to-date technology, years of experience, outstanding performance, and most of all a burning desire to help you succeed.

Position Summary

A sheet metal silkscreen operator sets up and runs screen printing equipment to apply logos, text, and labels onto manufactured metal parts, enclosures, and chassis.

Key Responsibilities

• Screen and Ink Prep: Mix specific industrial inks, prepare and burn artwork into emulsioncoated mesh screens, and clean or reclaim screens after use.
• Machine Operation: Install frames, align jigs and fixtures, and operate manual or automatic silkscreening presses for metal substrates.
• Quality Control: Inspect printed metal components for smudges, correct alignment against blueprints, and proper ink adhesion using tape tests.
• Curing and Finishing: Monitor drying cabinets or ovens to cure inks properly onto painted or powdercoated metal.

Job Requirements

• Experience: 1 to 3 years of experience in manufacturing, screen printing, or metal fabrication finishing.
• Technical Skills: Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders, paired with basic mechanical aptitude.
• Physical Demands: Capacity to stand for long periods, perform repetitive motions, and lift 40 to 50 pounds regularly
• Must keep area compliant with Hazardous Safety regulations and maintain accurate inventory of silkscreen chemicals
• Must be able to do set ups and make screens as necessary for new jobs
• Must be able to read and understand simple to complex fabrication prints, drawings, and customer specifications.
• High School Diploma or GED

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice depending on the needs of the business at the time.

USA Dutch Inc is looking for great people to be a part of our growing team and will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin age, protected veteran status or disability status or any other status protected by applicable law.

About USA Dutch Inc

USA Dutch is an ISO 9001 certified sheet metal fabricator that also offers CNC machining. Our core customers are small to mid-size manufacturers located in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. Our culture is what drives our success. In fact, so much so that the company purpose is “Using our values to fabricate a better world.” These values encourage us to dedicate ourselves to the success of our customers—both as companies and as individuals. Key features of our approach include reliable performance, flexibility, extensive communication, and an engaged workforce that cares about doing a great job. We like to sum it all up as the USA Dutch Personal Touch. USA Dutch approaches our employees the same way. We reward our employees by offering monthly bonuses based on customer-oriented metrics and an annual bonus based on company financial performance.