Silk Screen

Klein Tools; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, &_D

Discounts on Klein Tools products

Education and Professional Development

Job summary

Klein Tools in Fort Smith, AR is seeking a Silk Screener to print lettering and designs on products with manual and automated silk presses. This role emphasizes precise machine setup, correct part placement, ink transfer, and quality control throughout production.

Key duties include setting up the machine, aligning parts, recording quantities, moving completed work to staging, and reporting any discrepancies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 2 years related manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of the different materials and their flaws for quality acceptability.
• Demonstrate basic mathematical, reading, writing, and comprehension as well as communication skills.
• Demonstrate a strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrate the capacity to shift priorities.
• Ability to read a blueprint and tape measure.

Responsibilities

• Set up machine to ensure proper location on part being screened.
• Ensure position of objects against guides on setup board or holding fixture of screening device.
• Place proper ink into screen frame. When hand screening, draw squeegee across screen to transfer design to object.
• Remains alert for in-process product imperfections and bring them to the supervisor's attention.
• Cleans screen as required during the production run, at the end of run, and when using different colors.
• Must record the quantity that has been processed, and compare it to the work order quantity, before releasing order for next operation. Discrepancies should be reported to the supervisor or lead person.
• Move work to the proper staging area(s) within the department after completion.
• Exercise safety procedures to prevent injury to oneself and coworkers, and to prevent damage to equipment.
• Read and check off daily safety operation procedures before starting the machine.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Math skills

Reading / Writing

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

2 years manufacturing experience

Tools

Blueprint reading

Tape measure

Job description

Posted Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 6:00 AM

At Klein Tools, curiosity powers discovery, ownership inspires excellence, and urgency means we run towards opportunities. We deliver quality and innovation in everything we do, designing and launching hundreds of groundbreaking products each year. Join us and be part of a legacy built to last.

Perks for you include

Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, & Dental)

Discounts on Klein Tools products

Education and Professional Development Assistance

The Silk Screener position is responsible for printing lettering and designs with screen printing device on products both manually and automated silk press.

• Responsible for setting up machine to ensure proper location on part being screened.
• Ensure position of objects against guides on setup board or holding fixture of screening device.
• Places proper ink into screen frame. When hand screening, draws squeegee across screen to transfer design to object.
• Remains alert for in-process product imperfections and bring them to the supervisor's attention.
• Cleans screen as required during the production run, at the end of run, and when using different colors.
• Must record the quantity that has been processed, and compare it to the work order quantity, before releasing order for next operation. Discrepancies should be reported to the supervisor or lead person.
• Move work to the proper staging area(s) within the department after completion.
• Exercise safety procedures to prevent injury to oneself and coworkers, and to prevent damage to equipment.
• Read and check off daily safety operation procedures before starting the machine.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and one (2) year related work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must possess knowledge of the different types of materials and their characteristics and flaws for quality acceptability.
• Demonstrate basic mathematical, reading, writing, and comprehension as well as communication skills.
• Demonstrate a strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrate the capacity to shift priorities.
• Ability to read a blueprint and tape measure.
• Ability to work closely and effectively with all employees and management staff.

Physical Demand Requirements

Required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Your main focus:

Klein Tools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For candidates with disabilities and needing assistance, please email us at [e-mail].