Production QC & Packaging Operator I

Antigua Group; Peoria, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Antigua Apparel is seeking an Operator I to support garment production, quality checks, and packaging for shipping. You may work in heat seal, embroidery, DTF, or other areas as needed.

The role includes inspecting items for defects, sorting into correct grid locations, and ensuring accurate labeling and shipping per customer orders. A high school diploma and strong attention to detail are required for fast-paced production.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Strong attention to detail and an eye for color management.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and manage time effectively.
• Focused on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Strong team player with good oral communication across levels.

Responsibilities

• Operates shipping stations using shipping software.
• Inspects embroidered items for accuracy, consistency, and quality.
• Checks for defects such as misalignment, skipped stitches, thread breaks, color errors or puckering.
• Inspects heat-sealed patches for adhesion, placement and alignment.
• Checks seal integrity and detects bubbles, wrinkles or incomplete adhesion.
• Tags and labels garments, packages, and ships orders per customer orders.
• Sorts incoming/outgoing products into grid locations based on recipes or pick lists.
• Uses handheld scanners or RF devices to verify placement and quantities.
• Ensures each grid location contains correct items and order information.
• Assists printing/trimming DTF/DTT logos as needed.
• Returns and organizes thread spools by color/type/size as required.
• Inspects threads for knots, frays, or inconsistencies.
• Notifies HR, Safety, and Quality teams of concerns per policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Color management

Safety consciousness

Team collaboration

Quality-focused

Good communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Antigua Apparel is seeking an Operator I to support garment production, quality checks, and packaging for shipping. You may work in heat seal, embroidery, DTF, or other areas as needed.

The role includes inspecting items for defects, sorting into correct grid locations, and ensuring accurate labeling and shipping per customer orders. A high school diploma and strong attention to detail are required for fast-paced production.