SPACECRAFT PRODUCT LAB LLC Screen Print Operator Vernon, CA · Full time Company website

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Since 2002 Spacecraft has always represented exploration. Exploration of Earth, Art, and Culture. Located in the pacific northwest, Spacecraft has morphed to the mountains. As avid users of our environment, we feel a responsibility to maintain and protect the ecosystems around us. We offer a wide range of sustainable clothing materials that can be used for just about anything! We’ve been in the apparel game for Over 20 years and picked up a thing or two. Thanks to our Experience, we’re able to produce Retail ready products that are custom for you and your brand.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and thrives in a fast-paced production environment where quality and efficiency are equally important.

Key Responsibilities

Screen Printing Operations

• Set up and operate automatic and manual screen printing presses.
• Review work orders and verify garment styles, ink colors, artwork, and print placement before production.
• Achieve accurate registration and maintain print consistency throughout production runs.
• Monitor print quality continuously and make adjustments as needed.
• Produce work that meets SPL quality standards while maintaining production goals.
• Minimize waste through careful setup and efficient production practices.

Equipment & Maintenance

• Perform daily startup and shutdown procedures.
• Clean and maintain presses, squeegees, flood bars, platens, and related equipment.
• Assist with preventative maintenance and identify equipment issues before they impact production.
• Report maintenance needs promptly.

Quality Control

• Inspect garments throughout each production run.
• Verify color consistency, registration, curing, and overall print quality.
• Remove defective garments before they move to the next production stage.
• Maintain accurate production counts and documentation.

Production Support

• Work closely with Prepress, Ink Mixing, Embroidery, Sewing, and Shipping departments to keep production flowing efficiently.
• Help prioritize rush orders and schedule changes.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and staging garments when necessary.
• Cross-train in other production areas as business needs require.

Safety & Organization

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all safety procedures regarding machinery, chemicals, and inks.
• Wear required PPE when appropriate.
• Help maintain an organized production floor following 5S and Lean Manufacturing principles.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years operating automatic or manual screen printing presses.
• Experience printing plastisol and/or water-based inks.
• Strong understanding of screen registration, ink deposits, curing, and garment handling.
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot common print quality issues.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a production environment.

Preferred

• Experience with M&R automatic presses (Sportsman, Challenger, etc.).
• Experience with automatic dryers and flash units.
• Basic screen reclaim and setup knowledge.
• Experience working in high-volume contract decorating.
• Familiarity with production tracking systems and Lean Manufacturing practices. Similar high-volume apparel decorators emphasize operators who can maintain quality while meeting production targets and collaborating across departments.

Core Competencies

• Attention to Detail
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Quality Focus
• Time Management
• Teamwork
• Problem Solving
• Reliability
• Adaptability
• Accountability
• Continuous Improvement Mindset

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequently lift and move garments, screens, and supplies up to 50 lbs.
• Perform repetitive motions throughout the workday.
• Work in a manufacturing environment with heat, noise, inks, and production equipment.