Production Artist - Trainer

Lakeshirts; Detroit Lakes (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate individual to train and motivate their Art Team. This role involves evaluating team members, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring adherence to safety practices. Join a vibrant workplace that values creativity and teamwork, where your contributions will directly impact the success of the team. With a unique culture that embraces fun and community, this position offers a chance to grow professionally while enjoying a supportive environment. If you are looking for a fulfilling career that combines art and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health and life insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement plan

Subsidized cafeteria meals

Bring your dog to work

Relaxed dress code

Flexible work schedules

Employee merchandise discount

Unique company culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year working in the Art Department required.
• Strong coaching & mentoring skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Train new hires and existing team members in Floor Support.
• Monitor and evaluate daily progress of team members.

Skills

Coaching

Mentoring

Effective Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

2 or 4 year Graphic Design degree

Art-related degree

Tools

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

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TELL, TEACH, INVOLVE | TRAIN THE ART TEAM THE LAKESHIRTS WAY

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Under the direction of the Art Floor Support Lead, this position is responsible for the training and evaluation of Floor Support Artists.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, hours 8a-4p. - Onsite only Little Falls, MN or Detroit Lakes, MN

A Typical Day (job functions) | Train + Motivate + Monitor + Evaluate + Communicate

• Train new hires and existing team members in the Floor Support requirements, concentrating in screenprint fixing printing issues, in a timely manner.
• Ensure team members are appropriately trained in the areas of job responsibility, safety, and company policy
• Motivate all team members to achieve personal and department success
• Monitor and evaluate daily progress of team members according to the training agenda
• Maintain and evaluate progress of New Hires by utilizing the 90-day weekly checklist and providing constructive feedback
• Communicate with Manager/Team Lead regarding the progress of team members
• Troubleshoot and adjust training as needed based on progress discussions with Supervisor/Team Lead
• Maintain daily task loads; required amount is directed by leader
• Promote and display Lakeshirts' core values on a daily basis
• Follow safety practices; identify problems and work to resolve safety issues as they occur in accordance to OSHA standards
• Work actively with others in the department and company to achieve positive results
• Attend all scheduled meetings as directed by Resort Lead/Supervisor
• Attend new hire 90-day review meeting with HR
• Other responsibilities as directed

Skills (qualifications) | Coaching + Mentoring + Effective Communication + Troubleshooting

• 2 or 4 year Graphic Design degree or Art-related degree required
• Illustrating background and experience with Illustrator and Photoshop or similar programs required
• Minimum of 1 year working in the Art Department
• Must have strong coaching & mentoring skills with the ability to transfer knowledge to the team
• Must be able to communicate effectively (verbal & written) , be flexible with the daily schedule, organized, adapt to change, reliable, diplomatic, enthusiastic, courteous, follow the agenda and standards, patient and personable
• Completion of Lakeshirts' Train the Trainer Program preferred, but not required
• Ability to work well within a team
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• Excellent organizational skills

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.

OUR CULTURE TRULY SETS US APART. Life at Lakeshirts is all about embracing our core values, having fun, and working with great people who make every day an opportunity to thrive. We're looking for those who want to roll up their sleeves and make an impact while enjoying a culture that values creativity, teamwork, continuous improvement, and empowering each team member to define and elevate their success. We also foster a strong sense of community and are dedicated to wowing our customers on the daily.

LIFE'S BETTER IN A T-SHIRT & SO IS WORK! Here's what you can expect when you join the Lakeshirts team:

• Compensation | Work Hard. Get Rewarded: Guided by our value of meritocracy, we offer a compensation package that reflects your unique skills, talents, and contributions. You are not just a number-your success, ideas, and efforts directly shape your growth and earning potential, empowering you to take your career to the next level. And there is an option to be paid daily!
• Insurance Benefits | We've Got You Covered: From health and life insurance to voluntary benefits like dental, vision, short-term/long-term disability, and critical illness & accident coverage, we've got you covered; benefits kick in the first of the month following 60 days of full-time employment
• Paid Time Off | Life Outside of Work: Enjoy up to 22 paid days off during the first year because we know life happens outside of work & we want you to be able to enjoy
• Retirement Planning | Free Money? Yes, Please!: Our 401(k) program helps you plan for the future
• Onsite Perks | Get in my Belly: At our HQ in Detroit Lakes, enjoy hot breakfast, lunch, and snacks from our subsidized cafeteria
• Dogs @ Work| Yes. It's A Thing . And It's Pawsome: Bring your furry friend to work, because we believe dogs just make everything better
• Relaxed Dress Code | Wear What Makes You Feel Your Best: Whether it's jeans, tees, and flip flops- we believe comfort fuels creativity, and we offer an employee merchandise discount to keep you & your family well-stocked
• Flexible Work Schedules | Full Time, Part Time & Everything In Between: Because we understand the importance of work-life balance
• Unique Culture | That Is Priceless: We make work fun; we believe in teamwork, giving back to our communities and doing what we love with great people, and always rocking a t-shirt, a hat, and some cool socks

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:

CONTINUOUSLY: Sit

FREQUENTLY: Walk, Bend, Twist, Reaches, Lifts under 10 lbs, Carries under 10 lbs, Reaching at/above/below shoulder height

OCCASIONALLY: Stand, Pushes, Pull, Lifts 10 lbs-50 lbs, Carries 10 lbs - 50 lbs

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Apparel & Fashion

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