The posting
Job Description
About the role
As a Screen Printer specializing in Sakurai machinery, you will take full ownership of setting up, operating, and maintaining our fully automated Sakurai cylinder screen printing presses. Precision, technical competence, and consistency define this role: you will produce complex, high-tolerance print runs on a variety of technical and graphic substrates. Leveraging your graphic arts background, acute color vision, and keen eye for detail, you will ensure exceptional quality, tight registration, and flawless print execution across every production run.
Key Responsibilities
This role is based on-site at our Zoeterwoude location.
- Set up, calibrate, and operate fully automated Sakurai cylinder screen printing presses, configuring screen frames, sheet feeders, and inline curing tunnels for stable, jam-free feeding.
- Prepare, mix, and verify custom inks against Pantone references while monitoring and adjusting viscosity, tack, and drying behavior during extended production runs.
- Control critical screen printing variables such as squeegee angle, pressure, and off-contact distance to guarantee sharp dots and uniform ink deposition.
- Conduct continuous visual and instrumental inspections to verify registration accuracy, color consistency, opacity, and compliance with industrial durability standards.
- Execute routine first-line machine maintenance, thoroughly clean components per EHS guidelines, and accurately record production parameters within the ERP/MES system.
Qualifications
- Required: Vocational degree or certified technical training in Graphic Media, Print Technology, or an equivalent discipline, with proven hands-on experience operating Sakurai cylinder presses (or equivalent stop-cylinder equipment).
- Required: Strong technical command of screen printing parameters, including mesh counts, emulsion types, squeegee dynamics, and ink chemistry.
- Required: Good proficiency in English (and/or Dutch) with the ability to accurately interpret technical specifications and document operations.
- Skills you need to succeed: Superior color differentiation capabilities for Pantone matching and meticulous attention to micro-details in print registration and surface finishes.
- Skills you need to succeed: Autonomous, quality-focused work ethic capable of maintaining high standards, applying 5S principles, and contributing to continuous improvement under production pressures.
Additional Information
What We Offer
Here's a glimpse of the great benefits you can expect:
- Financial & Health Benefits: Benefit from our PGB Pension Fund.
- Time Off & Flexibility: Enjoy Birth/Parental leave in accordance with Dutch labor law.
- Continuous Development: We invest in your growth with Individual Development Plans, regular Development Discussions, and customized training programs tailored to your needs.
- On-Site Perks: Take advantage of free parking and a commuting allowance (80km per day by car) /public transport reimbursement.
- Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in volunteer activities to support Non-Profit Organizations.
Why join Avery Dennison
We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.
Our Zoeterwoude site, acquired in 2022, is a collaborative and dynamic environment that supports our Apparel Solutions division and employs approximately 38 talented individuals. Here, we offer heat-transfer labels and direct printing services for the Apparel sector, serving world-class brands. Key functions at this site include Operations, Customer Service, Commercial, and Finance, offering diverse career paths and opportunities for growth.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact us to request an accommodation at [email protected]. In the EMEA region, we foster an inclusive culture through active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) like Elevate, Unite, and our Mental Health group. Please visit our DE&I page to learn more about our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach.
Pay Transparency Statement
The hiring base salary range above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range, and in some circumstances may be above or below the range, based on various factors including but not limited to a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, education and training, and location, as well as the job scope and complexity, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position, which may change depending on the candidate pool. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
