Screen Print Press Tech Thurs jobs at Adidas in Netherlands, Amsterdam

Shift Available: Back Half Night Shift - Thursday - Saturday, 5pm-5am

Key Relationships:

• Operations team
• Human Resources
• Business stakeholders
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct training on all operations process paths for team members as necessary
• Work with manager to implement and enforce all OSHA standards, as well as, warehouse rules/regulations especially those related to powered industrial trucks (PIT)
• Train and certify all personnel on the safe operation of equipment, including PIT
• Partner with on-the-floor trainers to maintain the consistency and spirit of process training
• Conduct train-the-trainer sessions and remediation training as needed
• Facilitate courses and/or learning sessions for all associates and leadership as needed
• Administrative tasks as needed: printing and organizing learning materials, tracking training sign-offs, etc
• Conduct observation sessions and report results
• Maintain visibility on the operations floor to maintain process knowledge and identify gaps in skills, training approach, etc
• Instruct, examine and issue certifications
• Support the creation and implementation of SOPs and One Point Lessons
• Ability to develop and share best practices
• Perform other duties as assigned
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Fluent in English, both oral and written.
• Ability to work flexible schedules/shifts as needed to support a 21 hour/day – 7 day/week operation
• One (1) plus year experience operating and training on the safe operation of forklifts, order pickers, reach-fork trucks, walkies/pallet jacks and scissor lifts
• Demonstrated knowledge of handling heavy-duty PIT vehicles and strong safety awareness
• Proven facilitation and presentation skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a large group of co-workers
• Positive and enthusiastic approach
• Ability to work in a fast-paced distribution environment while maintaining an eye for detail and accuracy
• Self-motivated to prioritize, coordinate and complete projects within tight deadlines
• Proficiency with MS Office (including Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint) and Warehouse Management Systems
  

Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:

• regularly required to talk or hear; stand or walk; use fingers, hands and arms to feel, handle, grip, grasp, lift, push and pull for up to ten (10) hours/day
• able to work in a warehouse environment
• able to reliably attend work/scheduled hours
• occasionally required to sit; bending, twisting, climb or balance; lift and carry items such as boxes weighing up to forty (40) pounds; and stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
  

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of two (2) years related distribution experience and/or training
• Required to speak, read, write and comprehend the English language
• Though our teammates hail from all corners of the world, our working language is English.
• Diversity and Inclusion at adidas means championing individual uniqueness and cultivating a culture of belonging in which everyone can create at their best. We embrace DIVERSE backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives and seek to create a workforce that REFLECTS our consumers and communities.

Shift Available:

B Shift: Thursday - Saturday, 6am-6pm

Key Responsibilities:

• FIRST PIECE APPROVAL SIGN OFF – This position will be responsible for inspecting, understanding tolerance levels and approving the first piece production for: color, placement, verifying grid information, color copy comparison, print technique, registration, curing, coverage, graphic alignment, branding, specialty application, style/graphic number, correct garment, count, size run, if the order is complete/order make ups and any other quality standards defined.

• PRODUCTION RUN LINE INSPECTION – Throughout the production run the Quality Inspector is expected to inspect the embellishments as they are being produced. o For the screen print production run, the Quality Inspector is to look for any quality defects such as color, screen pinholes, garment bleeding, registration, graphics being off center, graphic placement, ink cracking, embellishment, font type, correct size for each player number, etc. This inspection will happen at the end of the dryer. o For the embroidery production run, the Quality Inspector is to look for any quality defects such as loose threads, hoop marks, registration, graphics being off center, graphic placement, etc. This inspection will happen after the Embroidery Operator 1 touches up the garment (clips running stitches, after steaming, etc.). o For the heat transfer production run the Quality Inspector is to look for any quality defects such as scorching, registration, graphics being off center, graphic placement, etc. This inspection will happen during at the press, rotating around as they are completed.  If a quality defect is discovered, the Quality Inspector has the authority to stop the press immediately and let the run team know what the issue is. If the run team fails to stop, the Shift Supervisor or Manager should be notified.

• REALLOCATION – This position will be cross trained, so that it can be reallocated as needed to achieve targets and service level and have the knowledge and ability to do inspections and audits across all manufacturing areas (Screen Print, TechFit, Embroidery, Digital, Heat Transfer, Pad Print and Sublimation).

• ACCURATE COUNTS – Throughout the run the Quality Inspector is to keep accurate counts of the garments being produced to ensure we maintain our customer fill rate. These counts can also affect when we order make-ups. In instances the run is produced short the Quality Inspector must look at the make-up decision tree to determine if a make-up is required.

• CATCHING - Throughout the production run the Quality Inspector is to catch the garments as they come down the dryer and bundle/folder/hang each garment based on the type of garment.

• RECORDING DATA – This position will be responsible for accurately recording key quality data in the AMPS system/Smart Sheets Form, to ensure Operators are given proper credit for set-ups, garments produced, and reject rates.

• TOUCH UPS - This position may also be called upon to assist with touch ups and clean-up of garments.

• MAKE UPS - This position will fill out the make-up form and submit it to the Auditors.

• ORDER PREPPING – This position may be asked to assist with prepping the orders by stacking the garments by size upside down in a neat pile.

• MANUFACTURING EXCELLENCE – This position will be responsible for maintaining 6s & Lean standards.

• COMMUNICATION - This position will do an information exchange with the prior and forth coming shifts regarding status, issues and any pertinent information that the next shift may need.

• ANY OTHER ASSIGNMENTS GIVEN – Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.

Key Relationships:

• Operators, Press Techs and Managers

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Must have the ability to work somewhat independently and effectively

• Must be able to work accurately • Must possess good communication skills

• Must possess good attention to detail

• Must be dependable, have solid attendance and be able to work overtime

• Must possess some working knowledge in word, excel, outlook

• Must be a fast learner and be able to multi task

• Must have a good sense of urgency

• Must always demonstrate good judgment and be professional

• Must be a team player

• Must have visual acuity for analyzing color

• The ability to lift totes, product, color books, boxes, ink buckets, etc. regularly.

• The ability to push buggies/gaylords regularly.

• The ability to move safely around Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)/forklifts/screen print presses.

• The ability to wear personal protective gear as needed (gloves, eye protectant, ear plugs, etc).

• The ability to work around heat – screen print flashes and dryers.

• The ability to lift up to 40 pounds multiple times throughout the shift.

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Required to speak, read, write, and comprehend the English language

Shift Available:

B Shift: Thursday - Saturday, 6am-6pm

To lead the production team during the setup and teardown process. While unloading during the run, the print specialist will be responsible for ensuring quality standards are maintained throughout the entirety of the order while constantly communicating with the Operator and Press Tech for any required troubleshooting to avoid downtime.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure all information for an order is correct including grid information, inks, garments, and print guide.
• Lead the team (Tech, operator, inspector) during the setup/teardown to achieve first quality sign off utilizing time management. Effectively setup and run as much product possible each day during his or her shift while minimizing rejects. Must use tri-loc and any set-up SOPs. Limit the amount of downtime needed to perform the job tasks within the team.
• During the run the Print Specialist will unload garments looking for any change in printing or quality. Constant communication with the run team and press tech is critical to resolve any print and/or ink issues in a timely manner to avoid downtime.
• Must demonstrate a good attitude and lead by example when communicating with press techs, operator, and quality during all aspects of the setup / tear out / running of orders that come though his or her press. Communicate changes and identify opportunities that may arise within the production process; make-ups, pulling problems, re-shoots, or art issues
• Ink Maintenance/Controls – Ensure ink controls and SOPs are being followed at all times.
• Keep your work environment neat and clean daily. Sustain 5S.
• Must demonstrate a good attitude and lead by example when communicating while working with high sense of urgency and pace.
  

• Operator
• Quality
• Press Techs
• Shift supervisors and manager
• Ink Techs

• Dependable attendance
• Willingness to work overtime and be flexible with hours
• Team oriented mindset
• Must be high energy and work with urgency
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner

• High school Diploma or equivalent
• Previous Screen Print Press operating experience REQUIRED
• Required to speak, read, write and comprehend the English language

Shift available:

B Shift - Thursday - Saturday, 6am-6pm ($17.00 hour + $1 hour shift differential)

Performs a combination of production tasks including loading/unloading manual or powered machinery, positioning work, setting up and tearing down jobs, and adjusting and operating machinery. Observes machine processing for proper functioning and production of products. Loads and unloads materials, products, deliver stock to designated work areas, and cleans machines and work areas as required.

• Operate manual or powered machinery to assist in the production process
• Assemble materials and equipment as required
• Utilize small tools as needed or required to complete tasks
• Inspect finished products for defects to ensure quality standards are met
• Load raw materials to machines, unload finished product
• Transport raw materials and finished goods from one place to another
• Communicate effectively with coworkers to ensure efficient production and deadlines are met
• Utilize computerized warehouse management systems (WMS) and radio frequency (RF) scanners to process all barcoded products
• Operate hand and power equipment for material handling as needed
• Identify and communicate exceptions to the leadership team
• Follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Accurately record production by task and complete any necessary paperwork
• Flexibility to train and work in multiple areas as well as both buildings
• Participate in training new team members.
• Work safely and maintain a clean work environment
• Other duties as assigned

• Leadership team
• Other internal departments

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Basic computer skills such as internet, Windows, ability to use a mouse and/or touchscreen
• Ability to read, write, count and distinguish colors
• Ability to use equipment, including but not limited to: box knife, RF scanner, manual and powered equipment

• Detail oriented
• Basic math skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work overtime as needed

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:
• work in a warehouse/manufacturing environment with noise, dust, and varying temperatures
• regularly talk, hear; sit, stand and/or walk; use fingers, hands, arms and feet to reach, feel, handle, grip, grasp, lift, operate, push, pull, bend,
and/or twist for up to twelve (12) hours/day
• occasionally climb, stoop, kneel and/or crouch
• occasionally lift and carry items such as boxes weighing up to fifty (50) pounds
• reliably attend work/scheduled hours

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Required to speak, read, write and comprehend the English language
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required
• Previous manufacturing and/or machine operating experience preferred

Shift Available:

B Shift: Thursday - Saturday 6am-6pm

This position is directly responsible for random quality audits (final inspections) within the Manufacturing departments and will have mastered all areas of inspection regarding Manufacturing operations and in-process Acceptable Quality Level (AQL) inspections. This position’s primary inspection operation will be able to adhere to the quality assurance standards set in place.

This position will work same shift as the Manufacturing departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• SUPPORT FOR QC INSPECTOR – This position will provide support to the Quality Inspector and make sound decisions on questionable quality issues.

• TRAINING - This position will have been trained on all quality operations.

• RANDOM AUDITS – This position will conduct random audits in Screen Print, TechFit, Embroidery, Digital, Heat Transfer, Pad Print, and Sublimation to ensure that the completed garments are consistent with the first piece sign off garment. This position will conduct random audits in Prep area to ensure counts and size accuracy.

• NEEDLE / METAL DETECTION – This position is responsible for hourly calibration of the Metal Detector and for doing needle /metal detection on ALL product coming out of the Embroidery area. This includes hand held scanning and conveyor scanning and logging pass/fail in the system.

• WASH TEST – This position will be responsible for wash testing, recording the results and working with the Quality Lead to troubleshoot any wash failures.

• 100% INSPECTIONS – This position will be responsible for completing 100% inspections on failed audits and filling out 100% audit forms.

• CLOSING GRIDS – This position will be responsible for closing grids in TechFit and Heat Transfer.

• COMMUNICATION - This position will do an information exchange with the prior and forth coming shifts in regard to: status, issues and any pertinent information that the next shift may need. This position will also communicate directly with Manufacturing & Quality Managers.

• MONITORING FIRST PIECE APPROVAL SIGN OFF – This position will be responsible for monitoring the First Piece Approvals that Quality Inspectors approve. And to give additional spot training/mentoring regarding 1st Piece Sign Offs when there are issues. This position has the authority to override a Quality Inspector’s approval.

• RECORDING DATA – This position will be responsible for accurately recording key quality data in the AMPS system and in SmartSheets, to ensure press Operators are given proper credit for set-ups, garments produced, and reject rates.

• 6S – This position will be responsible for maintaining 6s standards.

• ANY OTHER ASSIGNMENTS GIVEN – Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.

Key Relationships:

• All manufacturing departments

• Art Departments

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• The ability to work a 8, 10 or 12 hour shift (depending on the shift). Must have flexibility in shift and hours with ability to work overtime as necessary.

• The ability to work around heat – screen print flashes, dryers and heat transfer machines.

• The ability to wear personal protective gear as needed (eye protection, ear protection, gloves, etc).

• The ability to lift totes, product, color books, boxes, ink buckets, etc. regularly.   The ability to lift up to 40 pounds multiple times throughout the shift.

• The ability to move safely around Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), forklifts, screen print presses, and conveyor systems.

• The ability to push buggies, gaylords, totes, and/or carts regularly.

• The ability to stand on concrete floors for 10-12 hours per day.

• The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written in English, both in an individual and group standpoint. Bi-lingual is a plus.

• Must have visual acuity for analyzing color.

• Must possess some working knowledge of computer skills including, Excel, Word, and Outlook, Power Point.

• Must be a team player.

• Must be dependable and have solid attendance.

• Must have a good sense of urgency.

• The ability to demonstrate good judgment and be professional at all times and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

• Must be a fast learner and be able to multi task.

• Must possess excellent attention to detail.

• The ability to track and document results and data accurately.

• The ability to interpret and translate data to the manufacturing and distribution floor.

• The ability to learn the operation of production and lab equipment.

• Must possess leadership qualities.

• Must have the ability to work independently, within a team and effectively.

• The ability to use office equipment – Telephone, Color Printer/Copier/Scanner

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent, would prefer a two year degree or higher or two years of relevant full-time experience.

• Should have experience in a role that requires at once decision making as a key requirement.

• Required to speak, read, write and comprehend the English language

• Though our teammates hail from all corners of the world, our working language is English.
• Diversity and Inclusion at adidas means championing individual uniqueness and cultivating a culture of belonging in which everyone can create at their best. We embrace DIVERSE backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives and seek to create a workforce that REFLECTS our consumers and communities.

Shift Available:

B Shift: Thursday - Saturday, 6am-6pm

The Press Tech will oversee the production of 2 presses on the Screen Print floor. His/her primary purpose is to ensure efficient production of those presses through communication, problem
identification, troubleshooting, aiding in machine set-up, and ink maintenance while ensuring quality standards are achieved and maintained.

• Set-ups/Tear downs – Participate in as many setups as possible throughout the day. The goal should be to communicate with and assist the Print Specialist with the goal of minimizing set up time.
• Pre-emptive Problem Identification/Resolution – minimize machine downtime by reviewing orders before they are being setup to identify possible reshoots, art issues, or garment issues. Work with Run Teams to ensure they have all the proper tools to be successful.
• On-Press Troubleshooting – through constant communication and observation during the run assist presses in getting to maximum productivity by making any press adjustments necessary. (press speed, squeegees, flash temp, dryer speed/temp, sequence, registration, etc)
• Ink Maintenance/Controls – Ensure ink controls and SOPs are being followed at all times. Work throughout the production runs to ensure ink is maintained properly in the screens to minimize any downtime.
• Quality Management – Achieve first shirt sign-off and constantly communicate with the press teams to ensure quality is sustained throughout the run.
• Production Detail Updates – Ensure all set-ups which are completed but required a sequence/mesh change are documented and turned in so the proper adjustments get made in the system.
• Must demonstrate a good attitude and lead by example when communicating while working with high sense of urgency and pace.

Key Relationships:
• Print Specialist
• Operator
• Shift Manager
• Shift Supervisor
• Quality Control

• Ink Dept

• Must have good attendance.
• Willingness to work overtime and be flexible with hours
• Team oriented mindset
• Must be high energy and work with urgency
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:
• High School Diploma/GED
• 5 years Screen Print experience preferred

• Required to speak, read, write and comprehend the English language