Press Operator

Kids for the Future; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance through UnitedHealth

Dental, Vision, and Life insurance

Job summary

Culture Studio is hiring a Press Operator in Chicago to support the automatic screen printing line. You will unload garments, assist with setup, and ensure prints meet quality and timing standards. Collaboration with the Press Lead and teammates is essential to maintain a smooth daily schedule.

This role emphasizes safety, attention to detail, and proactive problem solving in a fast-paced production setting with top-tier equipment and supplies.

Qualifications

• Read and perform basic math for job tasks.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Attention to detail and proactive attitude.
• Strong interpersonal skills for communication with management.
• Ability to stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Unload printed shirts with automatic machinery.
• Assist in machine setup and maintain cleanliness of area.
• Ensure orders print correctly and on time with supervisor guidance.
• Communicate effectively with team to minimize downtime.
• Keep workstation clean and organized daily.
• Clean and grease press according to maintenance logs.
• Report issues to the Press Lead.
• Return inks, screens, and tools to designated areas.

Skills

Reading & basic math

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Manual & automatic screen printing

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Tools

Screen printing equipment

Automatic screen printing machinery

Job description

• Location 1151 W 40TH ST,Chicago, IL, 60609-2506,United States
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

Why This Role Matters:

The Press Operator has attention to detail, takes initiative, and enjoys the art of screen printing overall. The individual in this role thrives off of perfection, & helping problem solve. Culture Studio takes pride in the quality of every print that is produced. Due to our drive for perfection, we also provide top-of-the-line equipment and supplies that the press operator and team are responsible for upkeep. Every unit the press lead produces with the support of the press operator provides our clients and their fans a memory whether it’s a concert purchase, a retail must-have, or a cool t-shirt to add to the collection. It’s important to have that at the top of your mind and let your dedication & drive do the talking. The Press Operator is a partner to the Press Lead in the daily operations of the automatic screen print machine. This press operator uses the in and out motion of their upper body to remove a garment from a pallet onto a dryer. The press operator assists in setting up the machine, surface cleaning of the machine and area, as well as quality control.

Top Priorities

• Safety
• Quality

Position Duties

• Go through safety training and stay compliant while operating or using machinery.
• One will be expected to unload printed shirts with automatic machinery.
• With the help of the supervisor and leads, it will be one's responsibility to make sure every order is printed correctly and on time.
• Communicate effectively with team members, learning the next steps to eliminate any downtime.
• Must make sure workstation is clean and organized every day
• Clean and grease press according to maintenance logs.
• Assist Press Lead in press setups to be done quickly, effectively, and most importantly, safely ensuring all safety guidelines are followed and, importantly ensure you are communicating with the Press lead when working around the press.
• Operators will break down finished jobs and remove inks from screens to be done quickly, effectively, and most importantly, safely ensuring all safety guidelines are followed, importantly communicating with the Press lead when working around the press.
• Report all issues/errors to the Press Lead
• Responsible for all screens and tools ready to be returned to washout when finished.
• Responsible for all inks to be returned to the ink department when finished. Clean buckets are to be ready to be returned to the ink department after use.
• Responsible for continuous movement and aid to hitting targeted goals and never waiting, always moving to the next task to assist the Press Lead in completing the daily schedule.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment, and acting in a proactive manner
• Being Flexible in altering in position due to workflow needs of the day
• Work closely with all colleagues on machinery to create a team effort / ask questions and learn to perfect your craft.

Requirements

Qualifications/Skills

• Comfortable with reading and basic math
• One must have basic computer skills
• A dynamic personality with a drive to reach a decision
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with all levels of management
• Organizational skills and ability to administer project and time management
• Attention to detail and a ‘get things done’ attitude
• Previous Manual and Automatic screen printing knowledge preferred but not required
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Comfortable working with or around automatic machinery

Summary

Benefits at Culture Studio

• Medical insurance through United Healthcare (2 plan options)
• Dental, Vision, and Life insurance through Mutual of Omaha