Lead Screen Printer

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Lead Screen Printer to independently operate and optimize servo-driven screen printing presses used to decorate glass bottles with ceramic and UV inks. This is a hands‑on, senior‑level role for an experienced screen printer who can set up, program, troubleshoot, and run Kammann K‑15 presses with minimal oversight while maintaining high quality and uptime.

This role is ideal for a process‑driven printer who understands how small adjustments in screens, inks, and machine parameters directly impact print quality, efficiency, and yield.

• Independently set up, program, and operate servo-driven screen printing presses (Kammann K‑15 or similar)
• Perform job changeovers, including screen changes, ink adjustments, tooling setup, and registration
• Troubleshoot mechanical, print‑quality, and process issues to minimize downtime
• Maintain consistent print quality across production runs
• Conduct in-process quality inspections to ensure prints meet specifications
• Optimize machine settings, ink performance, and cycle times for production efficiency
• Support continuous improvement efforts using lean manufacturing principles
• Work closely with production and quality teams to resolve print-related issues

• 3–5+ years of industrial screen printing experience on servo‑driven presses
• Experience programming and operating presses for new projects
• Full working knowledge of machine controls and print optimization
• Background in screen printing on containers (glass preferred)
• Strong mechanical and process troubleshooting skills
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with quality standards
• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Experience printing on glass containers
• Experience with thermoplastic ceramic inks and/or UV inks
• Prior experience with Kammann K‑15, Fermac, or similar presses
• Experience in food & beverage packaging or regulated manufacturing environments
• Lead operator or senior technician experience

• $32-36 / hr

• Relocation assistance provided if necessary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off, holidays, and personal leave