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Pad Printing Jobs in Massachusetts (NOW HIRING)

Specimen Collector I

Chelmsford, MA · On-site

$16.50 - $18.75/hr

Basic understanding of ports on a computer (USB for signature pad, printers) * Ability to type at least 40 words per minute * Experience and understanding of Windows operating system * Preferred ...

Specimen Collector I

Chelmsford, MA · On-site

$16.50 - $18.75/hr

Basic understanding of ports on a computer (USB for signature pad, printers) * Ability to type at least 40 words per minute * Experience and understanding of Windows operating system * Preferred ...

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How much do pad printing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for pad printing in Massachusetts is $23.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.18 and $26.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pad printing job?

A Pad Printing job involves operating specialized equipment to transfer ink from an etched plate to a product using a silicone pad. This method is commonly used for printing on irregularly shaped or textured surfaces, such as promotional items, electronics, and medical devices. Responsibilities typically include setting up machines, mixing inks, aligning prints, and ensuring quality control. Workers may also be responsible for routine maintenance and troubleshooting of the equipment to ensure smooth operation.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a pad printing operator?

As a Pad Printing operator, your daily tasks usually involve setting up and calibrating printing machines, preparing inks, loading substrates, and conducting test prints to ensure quality standards are met. You will be responsible for monitoring the production process, making adjustments as needed, and performing routine maintenance on the equipment to prevent breakdowns. Ensuring accurate color matching and crisp image transfers is a key part of your job. You may also be involved in basic troubleshooting, keeping production records, and collaborating closely with quality control teams to meet customer specifications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the pad printing position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pad Printing operator, you need attention to detail, manual dexterity, and a basic understanding of production processes, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with pad printing machines, inks, color-matching systems, and safety protocols is typically required, with some employers offering on-the-job training or certifications in printing technology. Strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work well in a team, and good communication are valued soft skills in this role. These skills are crucial for maintaining product quality, minimizing downtime, and ensuring smooth, efficient operation in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Infographic showing various Pad Printing job openings in Massachusetts as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 4% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,137 per year, or $23.6 per hour.

1st Shift Holesaw Finishing Operator - $19.96/hour

Stanley Black & Decker

East Longmeadow, MA • On-site

$19.96 - $20.47/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Stanley Black & Decker rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 159 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

344th of 495 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

Monday-Friday 7:00 am-3:30 pm
Pay Range: $19.96
Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future.
It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make the World™. Sounds like you? Join our top-notch team of 54,000+ professionals in 60 countries who are making their mark on some of the world's most beloved brands, including DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, STANLEY, BLACK+DECKER, IRWIN, LENOX and more.
What You'll Do:
General Responsibilities:
Perform various duties including offloading all machines for a variety of holesaw sizes, following standard established methods and procedures as well as assembling kits.
  • When offloading the Apex remove painted holesaw from spindle and place it in wooden tray. Place unpainted saw on spindle. Move painted products to the appropriate packaging IPK.
  • Check for quality, any holesaws that don't meet standard put aside for rework.
  • Set up several automatic and manual boxing, blister and pad printing equipment.
  • Retrieve packaging material from storage racks to load machinery and to assemble kits. Record usage of all material on traveler per ISO standards.
  • Perform regular routine maintenance to the equipment and post information to maintenance log.
  • Fill out daily production sheet as well as input numbers into iPad.
  • Detect and report defective material or equipment, unusual situations or other problems to supervisor. Maintain equipment and work area in a neat and orderly manner.
  • Perform other similar or related duties as assigned or directed

Climate:
Demanding, fast-paced position resulting from deadline pressures, simultaneous competing demands and changing priorities. Shift change to 10 hours a day as needed for service and attainment goals.
Who You Are
You always strive to do a good job...but wouldn't it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? You care about quality - at every level. You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You're not intimidated by innovation. In fact, you embrace it. You also have:
Requirements:
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Ability to use numbers including decimals
  • Light physical effort required, equivalent to lifting, pushing, pulling 5 to 25 pounds

What You'll Receive
You'll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan:
  • Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
  • Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

What's more, you'll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors and everyday heroes all over the world. We're more than the #1 tools and storage company, with a leading presence in engineered fastening. We're visionaries. Industry 4.0 innovators. As successful as we've been in the past, we have so much further to go. That's where you come in. Join us!
All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status or any other protected characteristic.
The Salary range for this position is $19.96 - $20.47
  • This is the lowest to highest hourly rate we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. The hourly rate offered within the range may vary depending on multiple factors including job level, geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and in compliance with local wage requirements.
  • The hourly rate range listed in this job posting reflects the range for the primary location specified. The hourly rate range may vary for other locations.
  • The successful candidate may be eligible for general wage increases.
  • Medical, dental, life, vision, disability,401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
  • Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

We Don't Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.
Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 43,500 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you'll get the unique chance to impact some of the world's most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.
Who We Are
We're the World's largest tool company. We're industry visionaries. We're solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art "smart factory" products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.
What You'll Also Get
Career Opportunity: Career paths aren't linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
Benefits & Perks
You'll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.
Learning & Development:
Our lifelong learning philosophy means you'll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).
Diverse & Inclusive Culture:
We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that's how the best work gets done. You'll find we like to have fun here, too.
Purpose-Driven Company:
You'll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status or any other protected characteristic.
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete an application or access our website, please contact us at (860) 827-3923 or at accommodations@sbdinc.com. Due to volume, we cannot respond to unrelated inquiries about the status of a completed application or resetting an account password.
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