Screen Print and Embroidery Operator

Screen Print and Embroidery Operator
Stanfield’s, 1 Logan Street, Truro NS

The primary responsibility of the Screen Print and Embroidery Operator is to master both the manual screen-printing and embroidery processes at Stanfield’s. Paying close attention to ensure only the highest quality products are sent to customers. The incumbent will support the Screen-Print and Embroidery Department in all facets, working to meet production deadlines and output set by their manager during key production stages to ensure quality and design remain true to Stanfield’s legacy.

Key Responsibilities

Screen Printing Tasks

• Manual screen printing
• Using the flash and larger dryers, ensuring prints are cured before packaging
• Pre-production screen making and re-claiming of screens used in production
• Utilization of developing table to transfer printing designs onto the prepared screens
• Unpacking and organization of incoming inventory for printing
• Folding and order shipment preparation of completed garments
• Inventory counts during each stage of production as well as further counts bi-yearly on materials used within the screen-printing department
• High attention to detail when using the ink cupping machine to ensure brand integrity
• Set up and clean-up of work station(s) daily
• Occasional use of the heat seal machine for transfers of specific design elements
• Communication with peers and managers throughout the operations
• Other tasks and duties assigned by manager

Embroidery Tasks

• Operation of the twelve-needle embroidery machine
• Setting up the backings and rings for the embroidery process to run smoothly
• Responsible for set up, clean up and fixing any quality issues or errors that may occur
• Loading of design imagery into the machine
• Weekly maintenance of the machine including oiling components, blowing out and cleaning away dust and debris
• Bi-yearly inventory counts of materials used in the embroidery process

Education, Skills and Experience

• Basic English is needed to read, speak and write
• Basic mental math skills, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills.
• Ability to multi-task, work within a fast-paced environment, and prioritize conflicting demands.
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Safety Minded
• Ability to stay focused on a task

Company Sponsored Development

• New Employee Orientation
• Code of Conduct
• Emergency Evacuation Procedure
• Health & Safety/Quality Policy Review
• WHIMIS

Working Conditions

Travel Requirements - No frequent or regular travel as part of the job

Physical Environment - 100% Plant/Factory

Physical Demand - Medium Demand Category. Standing for prolonged periods, twisting, pulling at waist height as well as overhead, walking, lifting up to 50lbs. Working with chemicals, climbing stairs. Levels of consistent warmer temperatures can be expected.

Mental Effort - Low intensity with occasional higher levels of mental effort.