Machine Operator

Lakeshirts; Detroit Lakes (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeshirts is seeking an Embroidery Machine Operator for both day and night shifts. The role involves processing embroidery orders, operating machinery, and ensuring quality control. Ideal candidates are reliable, motivated, and able to work well in a team environment. Join a dynamic team at one of the largest screen printing manufacturers in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude & self-motivated.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Must be reliable, responsible and take direction well.

Responsibilities

• Process embroidery orders and perform quality control.
• Operate embroidery and laser machines.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Skills

Reliability

Motivation

Goal-Driven

Attention to Detail

Education

High school education

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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BRINGING ART + GARMENTS TO LIFE.

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Available Positions

Embroidery Machine Operator | Day Shift - M - F 8am - 4pm

Embroidery Machine Operator | Night Shift - M - Th 4pm - 2am

Follow this link to see what our embroidery department does! https://tinyurl.com/EmbroideryLakeshirts

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EMBROIDERY MACHINE OPERATOR:

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.

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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

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Skills (qualifications) | Reliability + Motivation + Goal-Driven + Attention to Detail

• High school education desirable, but not required.


• Positive attitude & self-motivated


• Ability to work well in a team.


• 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 or sewing experience preferred, but not required.


• Microsoft Word, Doc and Excel experience preferred.

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WHY LAKESHIRTS IS THE PLACE YOU WANT TO BE. At Lakeshirts, we believe in making work as awesome as the apparel we create. We're not just a t-shirt company- we're also a hat, sticker, and sock company (and so much more!). We're a place where creativity meets culture, where ideas and innovation are encouraged, and where the atmosphere is truly one-of-a-kind. As one of the largest screenprinting manufacturers in the U.S., we decorate a variety of garments and accessories for the resort, licensed collegiate, and K-12 markets, supported by over 1,000 ah-mazing team members from sea to shining sea.

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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.

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Physical Demands:

CONTINUOUSLY: Stands, Walks, Reaches, Lifting Under 10lbs., Carrying Under 10lbs., Reaching at and Below Shoulder Height

FREQUENTLY: Lifts, Carries, Pushes, Pulls, Bends, Twists, Reaches Above Shoulder Height

OCCASIONALLY: Balances, Lifts 10-24lbs., Lifting 25-50lbs., Lifting over 50lbs., Carrying 10-24lbs., Carrying 25-50lbs., Carrying Over 50lbs.

NEVER: Sit, Climb, Crawl

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. Minnesota is an Employment-At-Will state and implies no specific length of employme