Screen Preparation Operator

Screen Preparation Operator As a Screen Preparation Operator, you play an important role in supporting the efficiency and quality of the screen printing operation. This position involves restoring previously used screens to production-ready condition and preparing new screens by fitting and tensioning mesh to specification. The role requires careful attention to detail, adherence to safety procedures, and a commitment to maintaining high production standards while working with specialized equipment and cleaning materials.
- Restore used screen frames by removing ink deposits, stencil coatings, adhesive residues, and other contaminants. - Utilize approved cleaning products, pressure-washing systems, and reclaim equipment to return screens to a reusable condition. - Remove worn or damaged mesh from frames. - Prepare frame surfaces through cleaning and finishing processes before mesh installation. - Install and tension new mesh to meet established production and quality requirements. - Operate reclaiming, cleaning, and stretching equipment safely and efficiently. - Conduct routine maintenance checks and ensure tools and machinery remain in proper working condition. - Verify that reclaimed and newly prepared screens meet required standards. - Check for defects, damage, residual staining, contamination, or improper mesh tension, and take corrective action when necessary. - Follow company procedures for the handling, storage, and use of cleaning solutions, adhesives, and related materials. - Maintain compliance with workplace safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. - Provide practical support to other departments as workloads fluctuate or staffing needs arise. - Assist in areas such as production preparation, finishing operations, colour preparation, inventory handling, and general warehouse activities when required. - Help maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment. - Support company-wide housekeeping initiatives a...