Lakeshirts, Inc Little Falls , NJ 07424
Posted 2 months ago
Available Positions:
Screenprint Machine Operator I First Shift : M-F 8a-4p
Screenprint Machine Operator I Second Shift: M-Th 4p-2a
Embroidery Machine Operator I First Shift: M-F 8a-4p
SCREENPRINT OPERATOR:
BRINGING ART + GARMENTS TO LIFE.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Under the direction of the Production Supervisor and Trainer, this position is responsible for transferring a design onto garments using a screenprint or embroidery machine. As an operator, you will be responsible for processing orders through preparing garments, programming machine for the design and making quality adjustments as necessary, as well as helping to analyze order to identify design and determine ink colors or threads.
A Typical Day (job functions) | Unload + Operate + Analyze + Verify + Repeat
Access order specifications through computer programs
Maintain Lakeshirts' acceptable standard of quality per garment
Keep work area clean and orderly
Organize workflow
Follows safety practices. Identifies problems and works to resolve safety issues as they occur in accordance to OSHA standards
Works actively with others to get the job done
Other duties as assigned
SCREENPRINT:
Unload shirts from platen
Analyze orders to identify design and determine ink colors
Verify quality of clothing and ink design or thread/fabric color
Change screens and ink for specific orders
EMBROIDERY OPERATOR: MODERN DAY EMBROIDERY = FASTER. EASIER. MORE PRODUCTIVE. BECAUSE A STITCH IS NOT JUST A STITCH.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Under the direction of the Embroidery Lead, this position is responsible for processing embroidery orders by preparing garments, running an embroidery and laser machine, and making quality adjustments as necessary. They will also be picking inventory for orders as well as performing quality control on each garment, to include: folding, labeling, boxing and counting garments, as well as recording styles and quantities of garments produced.
A Typical Day (job functions) | Analyze + Operate + Quality Control + Repeat
Analyze orders to identify design and determine thread colors
Change embroidery machine threads, including threading needles
Attach hoops to the garments
Access order specifications through computer spreadsheets
Navigate through computer programs to process garment order on embroidery and/or laser machine
Operate embroidery machine computer and laser machine
Verify quality and quantity of the clothing and embroidery
Maintain Zephyr & Lakeshirts acceptable standard of quality per garment
Communicate with, or walk to, inventory area to gather replacement garments as needed
Keep work area clean and orderly
Organize work flow
Follow safety practices. Identify problems and work to resolve safety issues as they occur in accordance to OSHA standards
Work actively with others to get the job done
Other duties as assigned
Operator Skills (qualifications) | Self-Motivated + Detail-Oriented + TEAM Player
High school education desirable, but not required.
Positive attitude & self-motivated
Ability to work well in a team.
Detail oriented and self motivated
Must be reliable, responsible and take direction well.
Must be able to perform repetitive tasks for several hours.
Ability to be stand for 8-10 hours a day.
Previous production preferred, but not required.
Tablet, computer, Microsoft Word, Doc and Excel experience preferred.
OUR CULTURE is one-of-a-kind and truly sets us apart. We are proud of our humble beginnings and non-corporate style. We offer a unique atmosphere, unlike any other manufacturer. We work hard to be the best and we seek only committed individuals that will help move our company forward and embrace our values and culture. Lakeshirts | Blue 84 is one of the largest privately owned screen-printing manufacturers in the United States, responsible for decorating and distribution of a wide variety of garments for the resort, college and K-12 markets. At our headquarters in Detroit Lakes, MN, we employ over 900 great people, proudly producing 45,000+ garments daily. It's not just a job but a lifestyle. Our job descriptions help support and guide you in the role you play in making our company successful. LIFE'S BETTER IN A T-SHIRT. IT REALLY IS.
Cognitive or Mental Requirements of the Job:
Employee must be able to see and hear, read and write. Requires adaptability, analyzing, assessing, calculating, decision making, dependability, judgment, reading, speaking, following direction, handling multiple priorities, reasoning.
Physical Demands:
Never: Sits, Climbs, Crawls
Occasionally: Balances, Lifts 10-24lbs, Lifts 25-50 lbs, Lifts over 50lbs, Carries 10-24 lbs, Carries 25-50lbs, Carries 50+ lbs
Frequently: Lifts, Carries, Pushes, Pulls, Bends, Crawls, Reaches above Shoulder Height
Continuously: Stands, Walks, Reaches, Lifts under 10 lbs, Carries under 10lbs, Reaching at shoulder height, reaching below shoulder height
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and should in no way be considered a contract or guarantee of employment. Employee may perform other related duties as needed based on the ongoing needs of the business. Colorado is an Employment-At-Will state and implies no specific length of employment.
Lakeshirts, Inc