Print and Finishing Lead- Onsite-OKC, OK

Description

We are seeking a local candidate for this role.

This position is located in Edmond/North OKC

Hours: 1st shift Monday-Friday; Occasional Saturdays depending on needs of the business

Compensation: $19-$21 DOE

The Print and Finishing Lead manages the printing process from digital printing and screen-printing glue application through to the mechanical operations that complete the product. The role ensures every job meets technical specifications quality standards and production deadlines.

Glue application is one of the most critical steps in the process so hands-on screen-printing experience is central to this role. The Print and Finishing Lead also coordinates the printing team and works closely with the graphics office to keep printed output on target.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Production

• Job preparation: Read production orders and job sheets check materials and substrates and prepare machines equipment and the workstation.
• Digital printing: Apply the established color-layer deposition sequence set processing parameters carry out machine start-up and run production.
• Screen-printing glue application: Prepare the screen equipment and glue according to operating instructions; adjust the application and check for uniform coverage correct quantity and accurate positioning.
• Mechanical processing: Set up and operate the machinery for cutting and forming/thermoforming following the sequence specified in the production sheet.
• Quality control: Perform checks during and after processing using calipers and/or micrometers; identify defects and promptly report non-conformities.
• Troubleshooting: Make adjustments within the scope of training and involve the supervisor or maintenance team when necessary.
• Equipment care: Carry out cleaning routine checks and basic maintenance in accordance with company procedures.
• Safety and housekeeping: Use machinery glue and personal protective equipment correctly and keep the work area clean and tidy.

Team Leadership

• Plan and assign daily work across the printing team so that jobs run in the correct sequence and to schedule.
• Train operators on the established printing glue-application and finishing methods and confirm they can work to standard.
• Coach team members give clear feedback on quality and safety and support their development.
• Provide shift handovers and keep the supervisor informed of output issues and staffing needs.

Collaboration and Continuous Improvement

• Work closely with the graphics office on print files; when printed output does not meet expected results give clear specific feedback and recommend corrective action.
• Collaborate with quality maintenance and other production teams to resolve issues and keep work flowing.
• Build on the existing validated color-layer sequence: propose test and document improvements to methods parameters and materials with supervisor approval.

  Operational Autonomy and Accountability

  The Print and Finishing Lead is responsible for correctly carrying out assigned operations and the associated checks both personally and across the team. They manage machine start-ups and adjustments within authorized limits.

  They stop production and inform the supervisor whenever unsafe conditions arise or issues compromise product quality. Changes to the established process are made only after testing and approval and are documented so the team works to one standard.

APMEX is a multibillion-dollar e-commerce company and a leader in Precious Metals. Our employees love our values and culture. Our APMEX team is large enough to get the job done better than anyone else in the industry while being small enough to listen to and care about our employees. Without their dedication APMEX would not continue to be named the #1 Specialty eRetailer by Internet Retailer Magazine! Come see why APMEX was Voted as one of the Best Places To Work in Oklahoma! and one of the Top Workplaces by the Oklahoman. Join the team today!

Essential Experience:

• High School Diploma required
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a production environment with hands-on screen-printing experience ideally including adhesive or glue application required.
• Ability to read job sheets and understand technical instructions and parameters.
• Good manual dexterity and the ability to set up and adjust machinery.
• Attention to quality and the ability to identify production defects.
• Proficiency in the use of calipers and/or micrometers.
• Experience leading training or coordinating a small team of operators.
• Ability to organize tasks in sequence and collaborate with other production teams particularly the graphics office.
• Clear communicator able to explain print problems specifically and propose corrective action.
• Ability to work independently with accuracy and a strong sense of responsibility.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in digital printing and in mechanical processing such as cutting and forming/thermoforming.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement with a track record of testing and documenting process changes.
• Familiarity with working in a quality management system such as ISO 9001.

At APMEX our employees have access to extraordinary benefits including:

• Daily food stipend
• Clothing allowance
• Paid Time Off (including your birthday!)
• 401k programs 100% vested from day one
• Low-cost medical dental and vision insurance
• Tuition and Student Loan Assistance