DTG Operator

4imprint, Inc. • Oshkosh, WI

6h • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

As a direct to garment (DTG) machine operator – 1st shift, you will be making our customer’s artwork come alive by producing digitally printed garments in a highly efficient production environment. We work with businesses and organizations of all kinds to provide them with personalized promotional products. A small part of their job is the biggest part of ours – that’s why one of our core values is to provide remarkable service. When you work here, you’ll be treated with the same level of respect and positive attitude.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to adapt to a swiftly changing work environment.
• Detail oriented with a professional attitude.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds on a frequent/occasional basis.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience operating an automatic screen-printing press, DTG machine, or embroidery machine is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the eight core principles that guide every 4imprint teammate on a daily basis: Honesty, Curiosity, Collaboration, Flexibility, Accountability, Empathy, Positive Attitude, and Humility.
• Effectively interpret work orders and job aids to ensure accurate execution of job responsibilities.
• Inspect print quality and graphic placement to ensure high quality, accurate prints.
• Setting up, operating, and troubleshooting a DTG printer to digitally decorate garments with customer-supplied artwork in an efficient high production environment.
• Manage computer files and project statuses as necessary in the order management software.
• Prioritize order completion based on the due date and execute DTG tasks including reviewing work orders and machine setup.
• Stage orders in preparation for DTG printing.
• Finish, touch-up & remove excess ink defects from garments.
• Fold and package garments per specifications.
• Ensure accuracy on each order. Verify counts, decoration locations and sizes.
• Properly record scrap, production, and replacements.
• Book out orders on computer system.
• Enter data into production logs.
• Pull replacements from internal stock.
• Help in Finishing, Digital Print and other areas when needed and when time allows.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Comply with safety procedures, rules and regulations.
• Keep an organized workflow for smooth, quick, and consistent output.
• Help out in embroidery, digital print, or other areas when needed and when time allows.
• Stay current with DTG shipping procedures.

Benefits

• 4imprint is an organization committed to learning and curiosity. We’ll work with you on your journey to earning this equivalency, within your first 1 year of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED