Silk Screen Lead - Metal Fabrication Warehouse

Job Title: Silk Screen Lead – Metal Fabrication Warehouse

Job Summary:

The Silk Screen Lead oversees all silk screening operations within a metal fabrication warehouse. This role ensures production accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to safety and quality standards while supervising and training a team of silk screen technicians.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day silk screening operations on fabricated metal parts and assemblies.
• Interpret and verify artwork, stencils, and specifications based on customer requirements and job orders.
• Set up, adjust, and maintain silk screen printing equipment for optimal performance.
• Supervise, train, and provide direction to silk screen technicians and support staff.
• Inspect printed products for quality assurance, color accuracy, alignment, and proper adhesion.
• Monitor workflow, production timelines, and materials to ensure on-time delivery of jobs.
• Coordinate with production planning, fabrication, and quality control teams to ensure seamless operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, OSHA standards, and warehouse procedures.
• Maintain inventory of silk screen supplies, inks, and tools; request reorders as needed.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform basic maintenance or coordinate repairs.
• Maintain accurate production records, logs, and reporting as required by management.
• Recommend process improvements to increase efficiency, quality, or cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure proper handling, labeling, and curing of ink for durability on metal surfaces.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in silk screening, preferably on metal surfaces.
• 1+ year of supervisory or lead experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Strong understanding of silk screen printing techniques, equipment, and materials.
• Ability to read technical drawings, blueprints, and job travelers.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Familiarity with quality control procedures and inspection tools.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in a warehouse environment with exposure to inks, solvents, and machinery.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
  
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
  

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Thursday
• Overtime Potential