Kyle Hovey
Best Shirts 4U
Dickinson,TX
13
years of professional experience
Experienced embroidery machine operator and screen printer with 10+ years in production, skilled in machine setup, visual inspection, workplace safety, and on-time delivery of high-quality custom apparel.
Experienced with screen printing processes and techniques. Utilizes expertise in color matching and stencil preparation to ensure quality output. Knowledge of maintaining and troubleshooting printing equipment.
Professional printing specialist prepared for this role. Extensive hands-on experience with various printing techniques and materials. Reliable team player focused on achieving high-quality results and adapting to changing project needs. Skilled in color matching, stencil preparation, and quality control.
Work History
Embroidery Machine Operator/Screen Printer
7 Years 3 Months- Set up embroidery machines, loaded thread colors, and prepared garments for production runs.
- Adjusted tension, speed, and stitch settings to maintain clean, accurate embroidery results.
- Inspected completed work for alignment, thread breaks, and design accuracy before finishing.
- Hooped shirts and apparel precisely to support consistent placement across custom orders.
- Consistently met tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality control over finished embroidered pieces.
- Designed proof sample to submit to client for approval.
Screen Printer
5 Years 4 Months- Set up screen printing equipment, align screens, and calibrated presses for consistent production quality.
- Mixed inks, matched colors, and adjusted viscosity to meet job specifications and substrate requirements.
- Inspected printed pieces for registration, coverage, and defects, correcting issues before final approval.
- Maintained press cleanliness, replaced consumables, and performed routine equipment checks to prevent downtime.
- Coordinated job changes, prioritized work orders, and kept production moving through tight deadlines.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely order fulfillment and consistent print quality.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Visual inspections
Workplace safety
Machine operation
Thread selection
Machine maintenance
Deadline management
Production planning
Timeline
Embroidery Machine Operator/Screen Printer
Best Shirts 4U
07.2019 - CurrentRead More
Screen Printer
Adpower Inc.
10.2013 - 02.2019Read More
Dickinson High School
High School Diploma
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