Machine Operator: Silk Screen Operator

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Job Description

Job Title: Silk Screen Operator

Department: Silk Screen / Paint / Rivet
Reports To: Area Supervisor
Location: Binghamton, NY

Position Summary:

The Silk Screen Operator is responsible for the setup, operation, and inspection of metal components that are silk screened using ATMA silk screen machines. This role requires a strong understanding of screen-printing processes, ink handling and curing requirements, and cosmetic quality standards, or the ability and capacity to learn the processes. The operator ensures printed components meet all visual, dimensional, and durability requirements prior to release to downstream sub-assembly operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Setup & Operation
  • Set up and operate ATMA silk screen machines in accordance with work instructions, job travelers, and production schedules.
  • Load and align metal components, screens, fixtures, and tooling to ensure accurate print registration and repeatability.
  • Prepare, mix, and handle ink by specified process requirements, including viscosity control and screen compatibility.
• Curing & Process Control
  • Monitor and manage ink curing cycles, including loading parts into curing ovens and verifying 30-minute oven cycles are completed per specification.
  • Ensure printed parts meet curing requirements prior to handling, taping, or downstream processing.
  • Maintain awareness of ink pot life, environmental conditions, and curing windows that may impact print quality.
• Taping, Inspection & Quality
  • Apply masking or protective tape to designated areas prior to or following silk screening as required by the process.
  • Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections to verify print clarity, adhesion, color consistency, and cosmetic appearance.
  • Inspect for defects such as smearing, misalignment, incomplete coverage, pinholes, or contamination.
  • Segregate nonconforming material and communicate quality concerns to supervision or quality personnel.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing machine operation, preferably on metal components (preferred).
• Experience operating ATMA or other silk screen machines is strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, drawings, and visual standards.
• Strong attention to detail and understanding of cosmetic quality requirements.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills (preferred but not required.
• Being able to sit and stand at variable times throughout the day
• Ability to lift weights that may exceed 25lbs.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a production environment involving exposure to inks, solvents, curing ovens, and moving machinery. Proper PPE, including gloves, safety glasses, and ventilation controls, must be always used. Work may involve standing for extended periods and handling metal components of varying sizes.

At Bose, you're inspired to be and do your best and are rewarded for your unique talents! Our compensation is thoughtfully tailored to your skills, experience, education, and location, and goes beyond base salary. The hiring range for this position in the primary work location of Binghamton, New York is: $16.20-$22.26 per hour.The hiring range for other Bose work locations may vary.In addition to competitive base pay we offer rewards including bonus programs, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, plus exclusive perks designed to support your wellbeing, and a generous employee discount where you can immerse yourself in our products and experiences. We are a proudly independent company-driven by purpose, guided by our values, and united by a belief in the power of sound. As the world leader in audio experiences, we're creating what's next-pushing boundaries and delivering transformative sound experiences for people everywhere. Join us and make your next career move a mic-drop. Let's Make Waves.

Bose is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. The EEOC's "Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal" Poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf. Bose is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected]. Please include "Application Accommodation Request" in the subject of the email.

Our goal is to create an atmosphere where every candidate feels supported and empowered in the interviewing process. Diversity and inclusion are integral to our success, and we believe that providing reasonable accommodation is not only a legal obligation but also a fundamental aspect of our commitment to being an employer of choice. We recognize that individuals may have different needs and requirements based on their abilities, and we provide reasonable accommodations to ensure ideal conditions are met during the application process.