Heat Press Operator

A&K Designs, Inc; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision with employer contribution

401k with employer match

Two weeks of paid time off

8 company paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A&K Designs, Inc is seeking a dedicated Heat Press Operator in Portland, Oregon. This role focuses on setting up and operating a commercial heat press machine, guaranteeing precise application of graphics and patches. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented team players with dependability and a passion for quality.

You will enjoy benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401k plan, and generous paid time off, all while contributing to a welcoming company culture.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with automatic heat press machines is a plus.
• Ability to read production sales orders and follow instructions.
• Motivated and self-directed team player.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate the automatic commercial heat press machine.
• Apply graphics, names, numbers, and patches with precision.
• Ensure adherence to production schedules.

Skills

Attention to detail

Experience with heat press machines

Team collaboration

Dependability

Basic computer skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

A&K Designs, Inc is a family owned and operated sports apparel manufacturing company, proudly serving the Portland community for the last 35 years. We have a strong company culture that is committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful, and inclusive. Everything we produce has high visibility and we take pride in our quality, innovation, and on‑time delivery.

We are searching for new ways to improve what we do and who we are and looking for energetic and engaged people to join our team.

Heat Press Operator

Do you love the smell of fresh ink and the satisfaction of a perfectly aligned logo? Can you spot a crooked graphic from across the room? If you said “yes,” then you might be our next Heat Press Hero!

What You’ll Do

• Assist in setting up and operating an automatic commercial heat press machine like a pro
• Apply graphics, names, numbers, and patches with precision and pride
• Dial in temperature, pressure, and timing for flawless results
• Load, align, press, and inspect garments to perfection
• Catch even the tiniest mistakes (your eagle eyes are your superpower)
• Keep things running smoothly by following production schedules
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and efficient workspace
• Perform basic machine cleaning and upkeep

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Sweat the small stuff (in a good way—details matter here!)
• Previous experience with automatic heat press machines would be a plus
• Ability to read production sales orders and follow instructions carefully
• Work well with others and bring positive energy to the team
• Are dependable, self‑directed, motivated, and ready to get things done
• Have basic computer skills (tablets included)
• Bonus points if you have heat press or apparel production experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)? Even better!

Our regular schedule is Monday - Thursday, 6:00am to 3:15pm, Friday, 6:00am to 11:00am.

If you’re someone who takes pride in precision, we’d love to meet you.

What you'll get

• Medical, dental and vision with generous employer contribution
• 401k with employer match
• Two weeks of paid time off per year
• 8 company paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program