Screen Printer- Steel Drum Manufacturing

SAASA B2E; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Screen Printer for their steel drum manufacturing unit in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with screen printing, proficiency in CorelDRAW and AutoCAD, and a background in preparing designs and maintaining quality standards. Responsibilities include creating designs, developing screens, performing printing operations, and conducting quality control checks. Minimum 2–4 years of relevant experience is preferred, along with an ITI or diploma in Printing Technology.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in screen printing on steel drums.
• Proficiency in using CorelDRAW and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of screen frame making and exposure techniques.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify screen printing designs using CorelDRAW.
• Prepare screens from artwork including film positives.
• Perform screen printing on curved metal surfaces of drums.
• Inspect finished prints for accuracy and defects.
• Maintain and clean screens and printing tools.

Skills

Experience in screen printing on steel drums

Proficiency in CorelDRAW

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Knowledge of screen frame making

Understanding of inks compatibility

Ability to interpret technical drawings

Attention to detail

Education

ITI / Diploma in Printing Technology

Job description

Job Title: Screen Printer – Steel Drum Manufacturing
Job Location: Abu Dhabi UAE.
Reporting to: Production/Printing Supervisor or Plant Manager
Job Summary: We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Screen Printer for our steel drum manufacturing unit. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in preparing screen designs using AutoCAD and CorelDRAW developing screens making screen frames and carrying out accurate screen printing on steel drums.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Artwork Preparation:
  • Create and modify screen printing designs using CorelDRAW and AutoCAD as per customer specifications or production requirements.
  • Ensure proper alignment scaling and positioning of logos, UN numbers, batch codes and other required texts on the drums.
• Screen Development:
  • Prepare screens from artwork including film positives and emulsion coating.
  • Expose, develop and washout screens with precision to achieve sharp image reproduction.
• Frame & Screen Preparation:
  • Assemble and stretch mesh on frames as per required specifications.
  • Ensure correct mesh type and tension based on the type of printing and drum surface.
• Printing Operations:
  • Perform screen printing on curved metal surfaces of steel drums (top side or bottom).
  • Handle UN logo printing, batch numbers, safety markings and other drum-specific information.
  • Ensure accurate positioning and quality of print.
• Quality Control:
  • Inspect finished prints for accuracy, sharpness, alignment and defects.
  • Make necessary corrections to ensure high-quality standards are maintained.
• Maintenance:
  • Clean and maintain screens tools and printing equipment regularly.
  • Maintain proper records of designs, screens and job orders.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in screen printing on steel drums or metal surfaces.
• Proficiency in CorelDRAW and AutoCAD for screen design and layout preparation.
• Knowledge of screen frame making, mesh selection and screen exposure techniques.
• Understanding of inks and their compatibility with steel surfaces.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and printing specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and a good sense of alignment and visual accuracy.

Educational Qualification

ITI / Diploma in Printing Technology or any relevant technical field preferred. Training in graphic design software (CorelDRAW, AutoCAD) is a plus.

Preferred Experience

Minimum 2–4 years of experience in screen printing in a steel drum or metal container manufacturing industry.