Pad Printing Operator
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LocationHouston, Texas, United States
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size51–200 people
PostedOct 31, 2026 · 5d ago
Verified live2d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Set up and operate pad-printing equipment
Prepare inks and materials for each pad-printing job
Match artwork, work orders and pick tickets to the correct products before printing
Check print placement, alignment, ink coverage and color consistency
Set up and register multi-color screen-printing jobs
Operate screen-printing and heat-transfer equipment safely
Prepare and reclaim screens, mix inks, and complete job setup and breakdown
Clean and maintain printing equipment
Coordinate with production team to meet daily output expectations and shipping deadlines
Attention to detail, ability to follow work instructions, and willingness to learn printing processes
Basic computer skills for order lookups and updates
Clear communication, organization and the ability to work with a production team
Previous experience with pad-printing equipment, screen-printing presses or heat-transfer equipment
Two or more years of printing experience
Familiarity with pad-printing setup, ink preparation, print alignment and quality control
Experience with screen preparation and reclamation, multi-color registration, and four-color or simulated-process printing
Basic mechanical aptitude or previous hands-on manufacturing or production experience
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental coverage
Vision benefits
Paid time off
Paid holidays
401(k)
About the role
Join Ironwear’s printing team in Deer Park, Texas, and help customize personal protective equipment for industrial customers around the world. This role emphasizes pad printing, including equipment setup, ink preparation and accurate print placement. You’ll also operate screen-printing and heat-transfer equipment according to production work orders.
This is a full-time, on-site position.
Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Responsibilities
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Set up and operate pad-printing equipment to apply artwork to PPE and other products.
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Prepare inks and materials for each pad-printing job and adjust print placement and alignment for consistent results.
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Match artwork, work orders and pick tickets to the correct products before printing.
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Check print placement, alignment, ink coverage and color consistency against artwork and work orders at setup and throughout production. Make adjustments or promptly report quality issues.
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Set up and register multi-color screen-printing jobs according to production work orders. Operate screen-printing and heat-transfer equipment safely.
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Prepare and reclaim screens, mix inks, and complete job setup and breakdown.
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Clean and maintain printing equipment and keep the work area organized. Follow safety procedures when handling inks and cleaning materials, and promptly report equipment problems.
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Coordinate with the production team to meet daily output expectations and shipping deadlines.
Nice to have
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Previous experience with pad-printing equipment, screen-printing presses or heat-transfer equipment. Two or more years of printing experience is a plus.
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Familiarity with pad-printing setup, ink preparation, print alignment and quality control.
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Experience with screen preparation and reclamation, multi-color registration, and four-color or simulated-process printing.
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Basic mechanical aptitude or previous hands-on manufacturing or production experience.
Requirements
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Attention to detail, ability to follow work instructions, and willingness to learn printing processes and equipment.
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Basic computer skills for order lookups and updates.
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Clear communication, organization and the ability to work with a production team.
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Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Work environment
This role involves standing for extended periods in a dedicated print room.
Benefits
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Employee-only medical insurance premiums paid in full by Ironwear.
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Dependent medical coverage available at additional cost.
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Dental coverage available at employee expense.
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Vision benefits available.
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Paid time off and paid holidays.
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401(k) with company match.