Robert Tuia Jr

Screen Print Operator

Ottowear

Salt Lake City, UT

06.2021 - Current

Set up, maintain, and operate screen printing machines to print designs or logos on fabric.
Adjust machine settings to regulate speed, pressure, temperature, and coating thickness of ink.
Inspect prints for defects such as blurs, smears, spots, and discolorations.
Test printed materials for proper color accuracy and density.
Clean screens between runs using solvents and degreasers.
Monitor production progress to ensure adherence to quality standards set by customers.
Troubleshoot malfunctions with the equipment when necessary.
Perform preventative maintenance on the machinery regularly.
Load fabrics onto pallets or frames for printing purposes.
Align material under the print head accurately before starting a job run.
Check job specifications to determine the number of colors required in a design.
Verify that all supplies needed are available prior to beginning production.
Unload finished products from conveyors after completion of each job run.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations while operating machinery.
Follow established procedures for handling hazardous chemicals safely.
Train new employees on the use of screen printing equipment and processes.
Loaded paint into equipment and adjusted controls to maintain consistent paint flow.
Handled and disposed of hazardous waste carefully to minimize harm to personnel or environmental habitats.
Used chemicals and solvents to clean equipment after paint applications.
Reported daily job updates to supervisors, including whether workers had completed tasks on time.
Reviewed painting projects to verify highest quality and adherence to organization's strict guidelines.