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Experienced Digital Print Production Operator for Apparel Printing

Full-Time | Modern Digital Printing Facility | Fort Worth, TX

Join One of North Texas' Most Advanced Digital Apparel Production Facilities

Underground Threads is a growing, technology-driven custom apparel manufacturer located in Fort Worth, Texas, approximately one mile south of TCU. We produce premium custom apparel for businesses, schools, sports organizations, artists, and national e-commerce brands using state-of-the-art digital garment printing technology.

As our production continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced production printing professional to operate advanced digital garment printing equipment in a fast-paced, quality-focused manufacturing environment.

This is not an entry-level position. We are seeking candidates with previous production printing experience.

Job Summary

As a Digital Print Production Operator, you will operate advanced computerized garment printing equipment that produces full-color graphics directly onto apparel. You will be responsible for producing exceptional print quality while maintaining production efficiency and ensuring every order meets our quality standards.

We are looking for candidates with 2+ years of experience operating digital printing equipment or commercial screen printing presses who want to advance their careers by working with modern digital apparel printing technology.

If you enjoy operating production equipment, solving technical challenges, and producing outstanding work, we'd like to meet you.

Primary Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

• Operate commercial direct-to-garment (DTG) printing equipment

• Set up production jobs according to work orders

• Verify artwork, garment specifications, and production requirements

• Monitor print quality throughout production

• Perform color and quality inspections

• Troubleshoot minor printing and equipment issues

• Perform daily machine cleaning and preventive maintenance

• Maintain ink systems and production supplies

• Maintain accurate production records

• Keep work areas clean and organized

• Meet daily production goals while maintaining exceptional quality

• Work closely with Quality Control and Production Management

Required Experience

Applicants should have at least two years of experience operating one or more of the following:

• Digital garment printers (DTG)

• Direct-to-Film (DTF) printers

• Commercial screen printing presses

• Large-format digital printers

• UV flatbed printers

• Textile printing equipment

• Commercial digital production presses

• Other computerized production printing equipment

Experience in high-volume production environments is highly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

• 2+ years of production printing experience

• Strong mechanical aptitude

• Excellent attention to detail

• Experience maintaining print quality standards

• Ability to troubleshoot production issues

• Good computer skills

• Strong organizational skills

• Ability to work independently

• Reliable attendance

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic

• Ability to prioritize quality while maintaining production efficiency

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally

• Ability to distinguish colors accurately

• Good manual dexterity

• Comfortable working around production equipment

Why Join Underground Threads?

Our facility is different from many production environments.

We offer:

• Modern, climate-controlled production facility

• State-of-the-art digital printing technology

• Clean, organized workplace

• Stable, growing company

• Opportunity to learn advanced DTG production systems

• Supportive team environment

• Opportunities for advancement as we continue to expand

We're looking for professionals who take pride in producing exceptional work and want to be part of a company committed to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.

T

he Ideal Candidate

The person who succeeds in this position enjoys working with machinery, technology, and production systems.

They are naturally detail-oriented, dependable, mechanically inclined, and committed to producing excellent work every day.

They understand that every print represents a customer and believe quality should never be compromised.

This Position Is Probably Not a Good Fit If...

• You have little or no commercial production printing experience.

• You prefer constant supervision.

• You rush through work without paying attention to quality.

• You are uncomfortable learning new equipment and production technologies.

Build Your Career With Us

If you have experience operating production printing equipment and are looking for an opportunity to work with advanced digital garment printing technology in a modern manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Join a company that values craftsmanship, reliability, teamwork, and continuous learning while investing in the latest production technology.

Underground Threads is a fast-growing, technology-driven custom apparel manufacturer based in Fort Worth, Texas. We produce premium decorated apparel for leading e-commerce brands, businesses, schools, and organizations across the United States using state-of-the-art digital garment printing, embroidery, and automated production equipment. Our clean, climate-controlled facility combines advanced manufacturing technology with a strong commitment to quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We invest in our employees, promote from within whenever possible, and provide opportunities to build long-term careers in modern digital manufacturing. If you take pride in producing exceptional work and enjoy working with advanced equipment in a supportive team environment, Underground Threads is the place to grow your career.