Screen Printer

Avery Dennison Corporation; Nederland; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Fund

Birth/Parental leave

Individual Development Plans

Free parking

Commuting allowance

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Avery Dennison Corporation in Zoeterwoude, Netherlands, is seeking a skilled Screen Printer specializing in Sakurai cylinder presses. You will set up, operate, and maintain fully automated presses, ensuring high-quality, accurately registered prints on diverse substrates.

Strong color matching and attention to detail are essential. The role requires practical experience with Sakurai equipment, good English or Dutch, and a commitment to 5S and continuous improvement in a production environment.

Qualifications

• Vocational degree or certified technical training in Graphic Media, Print Technology, or equivalent with hands-on Sakurai cylinder press experience.
• Strong technical command of screen printing parameters, including mesh counts, emulsions, squeegee dynamics, and ink chemistry.
• Good proficiency in English and/or Dutch for interpreting specs and documenting operations.

Responsibilities

• Set up, calibrate, and operate Sakurai cylinder presses for high-tolerance print runs.
• Prepare and verify inks against Pantone references; monitor viscosity, tack, and drying behavior.
• Control squeegee angle, pressure, and off-contact to ensure sharp dots and even ink deposition.
• Inspect registration, color consistency, and durability compliance; maintain records in ERP/MES.
• Perform routine maintenance and clean components per EHS guidelines.

Skills

Pantone matching

5S principles

English/Dutch bilingual

Education

Vocational degree in Graphic Media or Print Technology

Tools

Sakurai cylinder presses

Job description

• Compensation: EUR 45,450 - EUR 72,720 - yearly

Job Description

About the role

As a Screen Printer specializing in Sakurai machinery, you will take full ownership of setting up, operating, and maintaining our fully automated Sakurai cylinder screen printing presses. Precision, technical competence, and consistency define this role: you will produce complex, high-tolerance print runs on a variety of technical and graphic substrates. Leveraging your graphic arts background, acute color vision, and keen eye for detail, you will ensure exceptional quality, tight registration, and flawless print execution across every production run.

Key Responsibilities

This role is based on-site at our Zoeterwoude location.

Set up, calibrate, and operate fully automated Sakurai cylinder screen printing presses, configuring screen frames, sheet feeders, and inline curing tunnels for stable, jam-free feeding.

Prepare, mix, and verify custom inks against Pantone references while monitoring and adjusting viscosity, tack, and drying behavior during extended production runs.

Control critical screen printing variables such as squeegee angle, pressure, and off-contact distance to guarantee sharp dots and uniform ink deposition.

Conduct continuous visual and instrumental inspections to verify registration accuracy, color consistency, opacity, and compliance with industrial durability standards.

Execute routine first-line machine maintenance, thoroughly clean components per EHS guidelines, and accurately record production parameters within the ERP/MES system.

Qualifications

Required: Vocational degree or certified technical training in Graphic Media, Print Technology, or an equivalent discipline, with proven hands-on experience operating Sakurai cylinder presses (or equivalent stop-cylinder equipment).

Required: Strong technical command of screen printing parameters, including mesh counts, emulsion types, squeegee dynamics, and ink chemistry.

Required: Good proficiency in English (and/or Dutch) with the ability to accurately interpret technical specifications and document operations.

Skills you need to succeed: Superior color differentiation capabilities for Pantone matching and meticulous attention to micro-details in print registration and surface finishes.

Skills you need to succeed: Autonomous, quality-focused work ethic capable of maintaining high standards, applying 5S principles, and contributing to continuous improvement under production pressures.

Additional Information

What We Offer
Here's a glimpse of the great benefits you can expect:

• Financial & Health Benefits: Benefit from our PGB Pension Fund.
• Time Off & Flexibility: Enjoy Birth/Parental leave in accordance with Dutch labor law.
• Continuous Development: We invest in your growth with Individual Development Plans, regular Development Discussions, and customized training programs tailored to your needs.
• On-Site Perks: Take advantage of free parking and a commuting allowance (80km per day by car) /public transport reimbursement.
• Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in volunteer activities to support Non-Profit Organizations.

Why join Avery Dennison

We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Our Zoeterwoude site, acquired in 2022, is a collaborative and dynamic environment that supports our Apparel Solutions division and employs approximately 38 talented individuals. Here, we offer heat-transfer labels and direct printing services for the Apparel sector, serving world-class brands. Key functions at this site include Operations, Customer Service, Commercial, and Finance, offering diverse career paths and opportunities for growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact us to request an accommodation at [e-mail]. In the EMEA region, we foster an inclusive culture through active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) like Elevate, Unite, and our Mental Health group. Please visit our DE&I page to learn more about our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach.

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring base salary range above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range, and in some circumstances may be above or below the range, based on various factors including but not limited to a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, education and training, and location, as well as the job scope and complexity, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position, which may change depending on the candidate pool. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.