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Silk Screen Operator

Neptune City, NJ · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • PTO

The Silk Screen Operator will work within a small team to produce high-quality prints on plastics and vinyl materials using both manual and automatic screen printing machines. This role involves ...

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Silk Screen Press Operator

Cherry Hill, NJ · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • PTO

We are seeking a Sakurai Silk Screen Press Operator to join our team! Responsibilities: * Ability to operate an Automatic sheet fed Sakurai screen press that applies UV inks on Plastic sheets. * Will ...

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Silk Screen Tech

San Jose, CA · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Johnson Service Group is seeking a detail-oriented and physically capable 2nd shift Silk Screen Technician to join our production team. This role involves operating silkscreen printing equipment ...

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How much do silk screener jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for silk screener in the United States is $21.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Silk Screener vs Screen Printer?

AspectSilk ScreenerScreen Printer
Primary RoleDesigns and creates silk screens for printingOperates printing equipment to produce images on various materials
Skills & CertificationsKnowledge of screen preparation, design, and materialsExperience with printing presses, color matching, and setup
Work EnvironmentStudio or workshop setting, manual and technical tasksPrint shops, manufacturing facilities, production lines

Silk screeners focus on creating the screens used in the printing process, involving design and preparation. Screen printers operate the printing machines to produce the final printed products. While both roles are integral to screen printing, silk screeners are more involved in the design and screen creation, whereas screen printers handle the actual printing process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a silk screener, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Silk Screener, you need a solid understanding of screen printing techniques, attention to detail, and manual dexterity, usually acquired through on-the-job training or vocational courses. Familiarity with screen printing presses, inks, drying equipment, and color-matching systems is typically required. Strong time management, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork are important soft skills that help ensure quality and efficiency. These skills are crucial for producing accurate, high-quality prints and meeting production deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What are some common challenges faced by silk screeners, and how can they be addressed on the job?

Silk screeners often encounter challenges such as ink consistency, screen alignment, and maintaining print quality across large batches. These issues can be addressed by carefully preparing screens, regularly checking equipment, and conducting test prints before full production. Collaborating with team members like designers and machine operators also helps ensure that any errors are caught early, leading to more efficient workflows and higher-quality finished products.

What does a silk screener do?

A Silk Screener is a professional who operates silk screen printing equipment to transfer designs, patterns, or logos onto various surfaces, such as fabric, paper, glass, or metal. They prepare screens, mix inks, align materials, and ensure the final product meets quality standards. Silk Screeners may also be responsible for maintaining equipment and troubleshooting printing issues. This role requires attention to detail, manual dexterity, and knowledge of inks and substrates. Silk screening is commonly used in the production of custom apparel, signage, and promotional products.
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Silk Screener Decorative Panels B - 79805

Boeing

Everett, WA

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 9 days ago


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Silk Screener Decorative Panels B - 79805

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for a Silk Screener Decorative Panels B to join our Joint and Installation team in Everett Washington.

Join our innovative team as a Silk Screener for Decorative Panels. In this dynamic position, you will set up and execute multicolor silk screen printing operations, ensuring precise alignment and registration to create stunning instrument panels. Your expertise in mixing and matching paints will guarantee that each print meets our high standards for color consistency and clarity. Collaborating closely with various departments, you will coordinate the distribution of decals and maintain an organized inventory, all while adhering to safety regulations for hazardous materials. If you are passionate about combining creativity with technical skill in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to be a part of our mission to deliver exceptional decorative solutions.

You will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and quality standards, ensuring that all operations meet regulatory compliance and operational excellence. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply and be a part of our mission to deliver excellence in aviation.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Set up and perform multicolor decorative silk screen printing operations according to established procedures.

  • Align and adjust the silk screen to achieve proper contact and registration, applying paint using the squeegee method.

  • Layout, locate, and apply lettering on various instrument panels using silk screening and related processes.

  • Liaise with the Decal Area and other departments to coordinate changes, distribution of decals, and maintain perpetual inventory.

  • Work from blueprints, specifications, and verbal instructions to complete assignments accurately.

  • Clean silk screens and maintain tools and equipment to ensure quality printing.

  • Mix and match paint to established color samples, ensuring consistency and accuracy.

  • Obtain work orders and necessary materials, including inks and substrates, while adhering to safety data sheet guidelines.

  • Perform hand setup for contact printing, including loading silk screens and applying ink to substrates.

  • Operate the silk screen machine, managing the printing process for multiple colors and ensuring quality control.

  • Check ink color using a color spectrometer and make adjustments as needed to match specifications.

  • Perform rework and touch-ups on decorative interior parts using appropriate tools and techniques.

  • Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in compliance with safety regulations.

  • Maintain records of work performed and refile work packets in the ink room filing cabinet.

  • Communicate with team leaders and supervisors regarding job progress, issues, and assistance needed.

Physical Demands and Potential Hazards:

  • Perform physical tasks that include lifting weights ranging from 10-15 lbs. to 15-35 lbs.

  • Engage in various movements such as reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting.

  • Work in environments that may involve contact with metals, solvents, and coolants.

  • Operate in proximity to moving parts and tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards.

  • Adapt to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions.

  • Utilize personal safety gear to protect face/eyes, hands/arms, and feet while performing job duties.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. "US Person" includes US Citizen, US National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee

Current Boeing employees working in Puget Sound must submit an Employee Request Transfer (ERT) to be considered in the eligible candidate pool. Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via Careers at Boeing will not be considered.

Basic Qualifications:

Relevant experience can include academic qualifications, military service, or other industry-related roles.

  • 1+ years of experience silk screen printing.

  • Experience mixing and color matching water based inks.

  • Experience handling and disposing of hazardous materials per government regulations.

  • Ability to recognize colors.

  • Ability to walk constantly throughout the workday; stand 6-8 hours per day; climb or work from stairs/steps up to 8 hours per day; climb ladders; bend and twist frequently up to six hours per day; squat and kneel.

  • This position requires you to wear eye, hearing, foot, hand, respirator and other personal protective equipment/safety gear at all times.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Perform ink formulation (e.g. measure ink by weight, machine mix ink, apply ink to test specimen, dry in oven).

  • Experience working with overhead crane.

  • Enrolled in a Boeing partnered manufacturing related high school or community and technology college academic program

Typical Education & Experience:

High school graduate or GED preferred

Conflict on Interest:

Successful candidates for this position must successfully complete the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Relocation:

  • Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Union Representation Statement:

This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.

Shift Work Statement:

  • This position is for a variety of shifts

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Summary pay range: $25.32/hour, with potential to earn up to 50.24/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.

Language Requirements:

English

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

Safety Sensitive:

Security Clearance:

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 4 (United States of America)

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