Silkscreen Machine Operator — 2nd Shift, AI-Driven Quality

AMETEK, Inc.; Pierceton (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator (Silkscreen) for the 2nd shift at the Pierceton, IN facility. Responsibilities include preparing screens, mixing inks, operating printers, and maintaining production workflows on the silkscreen line.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, computer familiarity, and preferred silkscreen experience. The job supports flexible hours and teamwork across production areas.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Computer experience preferred.
• Previous silkscreen experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Expose (burn in) image onto screen; stretch and secure the screen to the frame.
• Use proper techniques to mix ink, apply ink to product; clean screens, product, and work area; reclaim screens, and rework product.
• Operate pad printer and digital imaging unit.
• Control the inventory of work in process in and out of the silkscreen area, supplies, and fixtures.
• Able to work flexible hours when required based on demand for production or prototypes.
• Be able to meet the visual acuity requirements (shades of color and color blindness).
• Be able to meet the requirements of the vision screen test (eyechart).
• Assist in other areas of production as needed.
• Once employee demonstrates competency in position, he/she may be required to train others in similar roles.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-marking, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Follow work instructions

Graphics modification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

AMETEK, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator (Silkscreen) for the 2nd shift at the Pierceton, IN facility. Responsibilities include preparing screens, mixing inks, operating printers, and maintaining production workflows on the silkscreen line.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, computer familiarity, and preferred silkscreen experience. The job supports flexible hours and teamwork across production areas.