Screen Press Operator

Brook + Whittle - Sprink; Gardner (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays

Paid time off

Paid sick

Teladoc - Telemedicine

Life insurance

Long term disability insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) - first of the month after 90 d

Short term disability

Voluntary life insurance

Flexible spending account - health/dep

Critical illness insurance

Hospital indemnity insurance

Accident insurance

Job summary

Brook + Whittle Ltd. in Gardner, KS is seeking a Manufacturing Screen Print Machine Operator to join our production team. The role focuses on quality control, proper setup, accurate printing, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced, noisy environment.

You will read job jackets, gather materials, set up presses, print proofs, adjust for color accuracy, and document production records while adhering to safety protocols. Physical stamina and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 20lbs unassisted (or more occasionally).
• Must be able to stand for the majority of shift – 2 hour increments.
• Short distance walking required with rolls to be placed on shipping table.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, grasp and reach frequently.
• Must be able to differentiate between color variance.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Must be able to perform well under deadline constraints and meet quality standards.
• Must be detail oriented and have excellent, quality driven work habits.
• Willingness to work overtime, rotating shifts, and if needed, holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Read the job jacket to verify quantity to be run, overrun tolerance, color sequence, and substrate.
• Obtains substrate, screen, ink, squeegee, and related supplies needed to produce job.
• Sets up press according to established company guidelines, safety, and job requirements.
• Prints proof sheets to check press setup, registration, ink viscosity and color.
• Secures supervisor approval for production run.
• Adjust drying rack to sets dryer for proper drying or curing.
• Prints job maintaining optimum production speed and makes press adjustments to maintain print quality, registration, and color.
• Troubleshoots and solves printing problems.
• Prints line and halftone copy on a variety of substrates.
• Completes production run including overruns and production samples.
• Completes production records.
• When job is completed, move job to completed hold area.
• At the end of the shift the operator cleans area and informs supervisor of any mechanical, material or in problems that caused issues during the day.
• Follow all safety protocols for running the machine safely.
• Daily and timely attendance is required unless approved by supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Deadline-driven

Physical stamina

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

The role of manufacturing screen print machine operators involves a variety of responsibilities that are essential for the production of high-quality printed materials. Key responsibilities include ensuring quality control, executing tasks as per specifications, and meeting production deadlines while maintaining a safe working environment. The job requires physical strength, attention to detail, mathematical aptitude, enjoyment of working with your hands and the ability to work in a noisy, time-sensitive environment. Screen Print operators can be trained. Advancement opportunities based on performance and attendance.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Read the job jacket to verify quantity to be run, overrun tolerance, color sequence, and substrate.
• Obtains substrate, screen, ink, squeegee, and related supplies needed to produce job.
• Sets up press according to established company guidelines, safety, and job requirements.
• Prints proof sheets to check press setup, registration, ink viscosity and color.
• Secures supervisor approval for production run.
• Adjust drying rack to sets dryer for proper drying or curing.
• Prints job maintaining optimum production speed and makes press adjustments to maintain print quality, registration, and color.
• Troubleshoots and solves printing problems.
• Prints line and halftone copy on a variety of substrates.
• Completes production run including overruns and production samples.
• Completes production records.
• When job is completed, move job to completed hold area.
• At the end of the shift the operator cleans area and informs supervisor of any mechanical, material or in problems that caused issues during the day.
• Follow all safety protocols for running the machine safely.
• Daily and timely attendance is required unless approved by supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Must be able to lift / push / pull up to 20lbs unassisted (or more occasionally).
• Must be able to stand for the majority of shift – 2 hour increments.
• Short distance walking required with rolls to be placed on shipping table.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, grasp and reach frequently.
• Must be able to differentiate between color variance.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Must be able to perform well under deadline constraints and meet quality standards.
• Must be detail oriented and have excellent, quality driven work habits.
• Willingness to work overtime, rotating shifts, and if needed, holidays and weekends.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without restriction.

Education and Experience

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to pass drug screen and background check.

Physical Requirements & Environmental Conditions

Manufacturing environment - exposure to some hazardous conditions but not limited to dust, dirt, high noise levels, chemicals, etc. Safety regulations in place following OSHA guidelines.

• Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Required to sit, stand, reach, bend and move about the facility including office and production areas; may be required to lift up to 20 pounds

Company Paid Benefits:

• 10 paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Paid sick
• Teladoc - Telemedicine*
• Life insurance*
• Long term disability insurance*
• Employee assistance program (EAP)*

Company Offered Benefits:

• Medical*
• Dental*
• Vision*
• 401(k) - first of the month after 90 days of employment - auto-enroll at 3%**
• Short term disability*
• Voluntary life insurance*
• Flexible spending account - health care and/or dependent care*
• Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and accident insurance*

* Benefit will be available on the 1st of the month after the start of employment

** Benefit will be available after 90 days of employment

About Us

Brook & Whittle Ltd. is one of North America’s leading Sustainable Labeling Solutions providers, producing pressure sensitive, flexographic and shrink sleeve labels for many of the nation’s leading brands. The company serves multiple consumer markets, including Personal Care, Beverage, Food, Nutraceuticals, Wine & Spirits, and Household Chemicals.

The company's rapid growth can be attributed to its world-class staff of employees and its commitment to sustainability, print innovation, and the latest technological advancements. Wouldn't it be cool to go into a store, pick up a product and say "we make that label"!

Our culture is first and foremost one of collaboration and teamwork. We hold ourselves to high professional, ethical, and fairness standards. We have zero tolerance for anything less. We celebrate our diverse workforce and reward good performance through our recognition program, advancement opportunities, and our compensation structure. We welcome you to consider being a part of this great team.

We're passionate about leaving the planet better than we found it. But we can't do it alone. We need trailblazers, independent and outside-the-box thinkers. People who are eager to learn, eager to succeed and have a passion for working as a team to solve technical and creative challenges.

At Brook + Whittle, we have the opportunity to do impactful work each and every day.

AAP/EEO Statement

Brook & Whittle LTD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Brook & Whittle complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Brook & Whittle expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Brook & Whittle LTD's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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 of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be eligible to work in the United States without restriction.