Embroidery Kitter
About The Position
Under the direction of the Embroidery Supervisor, this position is accountable for gathering the supplies needed for Embroidery Machine Operators. This position includes selecting thread, foiling the material, assigning orders to Machine Operators. The kitter retrieves the threads once the order is complete. The kitter will work out diagnostic problems and problem solve by working with the Digitizing Department and/or Rep Coordinator. The kitter has an understanding of all colors offered in each fabric type. The kitter helps determine workflow for machine operators, and is accountable for all rush orders that arise. 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. 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.
Requirements
- Self-Motivated
- Detail-Oriented
- TEAM Player
- High school education desirable, but not required
- Have good spelling skills as well as problem solving skills
- Must be detail-oriented with excellent multi-tasking abilities
- Ability to work well in a team as well as independently
- Must be reliable, responsible, organized, flexible and take direction well
- Must be able to handle multiple interruptions and follow through on questions or issues as they arise
- Previous production experience preferred, but not required
Responsibilities
- Retrieves threads, foils fabric and prints instructions for each order.
- Delivers order to machine operator
- Adjusts daily workflow according to supervisor's instructions
- Print out templates for screen appliqué orders
- Communicate effectively with other departments when needed
- Ability to lift 30-50 lbs. continuously
- Other duties as assigned including special projects
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
