Pre-Press Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Reports To: Pre-Press Manager

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00am-4:00pm – overtime during busy seasons will be required and/or voluntary

Location: Northport, AL

Job Overview:

The Pre-Press Associate will help in any way they can to assist the Pre-Press Manager, Ink Room Associate, or Reclaim Associate in their daily tasks to increase the department’s productivity and accuracy.

Job Responsibilities – including but not limited to:

• Prepare screens for reclaim
• Coat screens using an automated coater
• Print and burn screens
• Screen wash-out using an automated washer
• Tape, label, and prepare screens
• Pull ink and squeegees for press teams
• Refill containers of the most used inks
• General cleanup and organization of the department
• Assist with other duties assigned

Basic Skills Required:

• Attention to detail
• Flexibility to do different tasks throughout the day
• Ability to multitask and take direction
• Strict adherence to the workflow process
• Can stand for extended periods of time
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion
• Basic computer skills
• Neatness, cleanliness, and organization

Ideal Candidate Qualities

• Punctual
• Solid communication skills
• Ability to work well with others
• Attentiveness to the needs around the shop
• Willingness to learn quickly and are able to adapt to different tasks assigned
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills

Compensation and Benefits:

• Starting pay of $12/hour

• Benefits include health insurance, paid vacation and holidays, Production Bonus, Simple IRA Retirement Fund, dental, vision, + more

Opportunities for Advancement:

Pre-Press Associates will have the chance to learn each and every aspect of screen production and ink preparation, as well as workflow and job organization. Assistants have the opportunity to advance to any position within the department should they show the understanding and ability to perform.

Why You Should Work With Us:

At JNJ, we expect a lot from our ideal candidates, in turn, we offer a great environment and the ability to advance should the candidate strive for it. We do not want our associates to stagnate or ever feel that this is “just a job.” We will do all we can to assist those that want to learn and improve themselves in the decorated apparel industry.

Every day, we strive to be better than we were the day before. Invest in us, and we will invest in you