Silk-Screen GRAPHIC Print Shop Racker

Seattle WA

Description

Does working in an anything BUT ordinary silk-screen print shop interest you? Are you the kind of person who works hard and takes pride in being detail-oriented? If you answered yes, this might be the perfect opportunity for you. Local Seattle graphic print shop is looking for a Graphic Print Shop Racker. The ideal candidate would have 1-year hands-on experience in a silk-screen print shop, be self-motivated to work in a fast-paced workflow, and multi-task at different jobs. Must demonstrate excellent attention to detail to support the Shop Printer with print quality, registration, color, and production speed. Hours are Monday-Thursday, 32 hours per week from 7:15 am – 3:45 pm. What We Look for in all Candidates: • Excellent attention to detail • Fast and efficient • Ability to maintain positive working relationships and promote teamwork • Ability to maintain a clean and orderly work area (to include picking up, cleaning, and sweeping areas outside the assigned workspace) • Ability to communicate effectively with all team members and supervisors • Be a critical thinker by using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems, ability to problem-solve with minimal supervision • An active listener who gives full attention to the task at hand, taking time to understand the points being made and asking questions as appropriate • Problem sensitivity with the ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong and communicate this with the Shop Production Manager/Lead/Apprentice • Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to perform duties with minimal supervision • Ability to perform tasks by following instructions and adhere to all safety rules and guidelines without exception Key Responsibilities of Print Shop Racker: • ‘QA’ Quality Assurance: Screen prep > ensure quality of screen(s) before emulsion application, coat screen(s) with emulsion, exposure of screen(s), reclaiming screen(s) • Offload (rack) pieces; emphasis on QC and communicate issues to Printer • Assist Shop Printer in production • Communicate ‘QC’ Quality Control issues with Shop Printer • Support Shop Printer & Shipping Department by accurately counting job runs - main, variants, proofs, etc. • Regularly lift and move up to 40 lbs. • Work/communicate daily with all shop members in all aspects of the shop needs • Take the initiative to pick up, clean up, put inventory away, sweep, etc. • Share responsibility for checking and maintaining the accuracy of shop inventory • Fill in as needed around the shop Areas of Cross-Training: • Screen stretching • Operate industrial paper cutter to cut down jobs to exact specifications • Receive and stock shipments • Check and maintain the accuracy of inventory What the Successful Candidates Will Have: • Preferred 1-year hands-on print shop experience • Google Applications is a plus • Confident and accurate in operating all shop equipment, including a table saw, commercial cutter, and pressure washer • Must remain on feet for daily work shift and regularly lift and move up to 40 lbs. • Able to work within a loud sounds environment (machinery, music, and mutt) • Follows instructions, takes responsibility for own actions, and works independently or on a team • Good written and verbal communication skills • Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent An excellent opportunity for a Graphic Print Shop Racker who is self-motivated and likes to work in a fast-paced environment. Bi-weekly pay, Hourly rate of pay DOE, Paid Time Off, 5-Paid Holidays, 32-hour work week, health, dental, and vision benefits. If this position looks like a fit for you, click the link below to apply. We look forward to hearing from you!