1st Shift Screen Print Machine Operator/$24-$30 Hourly

Do you like working with machines and seeing the finished product?

If you're someone who pays attention to the details, enjoys hands-on work, and likes figuring out how to get a machine running just right, this could be a great opportunity. We're looking for a Silk Screen Print Machine Operator to set up, operate, and maintain screen-printing equipment while making sure every finished product meets our quality standards.

Who We Are

You probably know Faber-Castell for its famous pencils and pens. We're the same company—but we've taken that expertise into the cosmetics industry. At Faber-Castell Cosmetics, we manufacture private-label cosmetic pencils used by well-known beauty brands around the world. Our products include pencils for the eyes, lips, face, and nails. Our Elgin facility is bringing modern equipment and manufacturing technology to a growing industry. Learn more about us at : https://faber-castell-cosmetics.com

What You'll Do

You'll be hands-on from start to finish—preparing screens, setting up the equipment, running the press, checking the finished product, and troubleshooting problems along the way. 1st shift hours are 7am - 3:30pm.

Your day-to-day work will include:

• Prepare screens by coating mesh with UV-sensitive emulsion, exposing designs, and washing out stencils
• Set up automatic screen-printing equipment
• Adjust color registration to make sure designs line up correctly
• Run test prints and make adjustments before full production
• Operate printing equipment while monitoring the process
• Inspect finished products for alignment, ink thickness, consistency, and overall quality
• Identify defects and make adjustments as needed
• Clean screens and keep equipment and work areas in good condition
• Perform routine maintenance on printing equipment
• Troubleshoot equipment and production issues
• Follow production specifications and work instructions
• You'll be hands-on from start to finish—preparing screens, setting up the equipment, running the press, checking the finished product, and troubleshooting problems along the way. 1st hift hours are 7am - 3:30pm.