Senior Screen Printing Press Operator Floor Lead 

• Location: Orlando, FL
• Job Type: Full Time (Operating Hours: Monday-Thursday, 7 am - 5:30 pm EST and occasional meetings on Fridays.)
• Hire Date: Immediately

What is Threadbird?

We’re a total apparel and merchandise company specializing in design and production, including screen printing, embroidery, custom cut and sew, and high-quality promotional products. We also offer a sophisticated pick-and-pack and e-commerce fulfillment service to ship all those produced goods for brands, clothing companies, businesses, and more. 

Our mission is to bring our customers' ideas to life, delivering consistent, top-notch custom products and customer service. Our tight-knit culture thrives off of hard-working, fun-loving professionals and we're looking to add an amazingSenior Screen Printing Press Operator Floor Lead to the team! You’ll be using and honing your skills to help our customers build their businesses through custom merchandise creation and fulfillment at Threadbird. 

The preferred team member will be an energetic, organized, and dependable individual with the ability to work efficiently and effectively as well as exhibit exceptional attention to detail. Our talented team is passionate about what we do, but we have a good time while we do it. We bring passion and humor to work with us every day. To learn more, check out threadbird.com.

What You’ll Do:

You’ll be responsible for efficiently and correctly printing from our Orlando print shop working directly with the production team to complete tasks., along with helping make our operation run smoothly. You’ll be leading a team of others to make sure that quality and presses are handled efficiently, and that the operation in general runs smoothly.

Responsibilities:

• Efficiently set up and register jobs up to 16 colors including burning screens and mixing inks to color-match PMS colors or be able to delegate this task.
• Maintain high-quality print standards throughout the shop
• Make sure orders are produced on time and to the required customer specifications
• Examine work orders to determine estimated printing times, inks needed, and material quantities.
• Review orders to catch any issues before they get to the production floor
• Troubleshoot problems as they arise
• Perform routine adjustments to machinery for optimum speed, registry, and print quality
• Establish Screen Print Production practices and protocols to achieve an efficient output.
• Guide the production team in selecting the correct items needed to accomplish each order (accurate mesh count, under bases, press settings, etc) on schedule
• Support the team by performing quality checks and approvals as needed throughout the printing process
• Ensure the team is performing press clean-up, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the machines
• Maintain a clean & safe work environment
• Reporting any personal issues to the supervisor or Manager, but being the eyes and ears of the production floor. 

What We’re Looking For:

• Senior Press Operator with at least 5 to 10 years working a press preferably M&R presses.
• Experience in all facets of Screen Print.
• The preferred team member will be an energetic, organized, and dependable individual who can work efficiently and effectively.
• Advanced knowledge of all aspects of screen printing production including setting up/breaking down jobs, burning screens, reclaiming screens, mixing inks, etc.
• Maintains a vast working knowledge of ink types and detailed knowledge of color-matching Pantone colors. 
• Experience working with M&R automatic screen printing presses
• Has established quality-controlled measures in current or previous roles to achieve consistency in the desired outcomes. 
• Team player - you’ll need to be able to work well with others
• Strong communication skills 
• Can multi-task in different areas of production. 
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Excellent attention to detail.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to be on your feet for up to 10 hours
• Lift boxes 25 lbs to 50 lbs
• Work in a warehouse environment (not climate-controlled)

What We Offer:

At Threadbird, our culture is defined by three core values: zeal, transparency, and creativity. These principles have guided us since 2008, shaping how we approach everything we do. When our team embodies the Threadbird brand, we offer customers a unique experience that can't be found elsewhere, and we find purpose in our work.

• Competitive salary or hourly compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, dental, and vision.
• Employee Assistance Program for support.
• Whether you work in an office or remotely, our creative workspaces are filled with light, energy, and coffee.
• Continuous learning opportunities in screen printing, garment customization, business strategies, sales techniques, or personal development tailored to employee needs.
• Spontaneous Nerf Wars for in-office fun.
• Daily joys include Star Wars, video games, and superheroes.
• Generous paid time off 80 hours to start, 120 hours after 3 years, with additional weeks after 5 and 10 years.
• 40 hours of sick leave.
• Paid holidays: 12 per year.
• 401K with a company match up to 4%.
• Demonstrated commitment to internal promotions, with 41% of employees promoted in recent times, with 35% of employees with a tenure of three years or more
• Referral Program for rewarding employees who refer new talent.
• Weekend shifts are considered full-time, offering holiday pay, PTO, and sick time across 3 days (Friday to Sunday).
• Part-time positions come with benefits after 1 year, including paid holidays, PTO, and sick time.
• Engaging theme days and events to strengthen our culture, shared through a monthly calendar.
• Access to a Macbook Pro for work-related needs.

Required Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Threadbird is committed to Diversity and Inclusion. We encourage diverse candidates to apply for this position. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability.