Machine Operator
Lakeshirts•Little Falls, MN
•$17 - $30•Onsite
About The Position
As a Production Machine Operator, you will join our screenprint or embroidery team and help transform customer artwork into finished apparel sold across the country. You will operate production equipment, prepare garments, review order details, monitor quality, and keep production moving. No screenprint or embroidery experience is required. Bring dependability, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. This is active, hands-on work where the day moves quickly.
Requirements
- Dependability
- Attention to detail
- Willingness to learn
- Positive attitude
- Quality-focused
- Comfortable with repetitive, hands-on work
- Follows processes, instructions, and order specifications
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Team-oriented and willing to jump in where needed
- Reliable in attendance, communication, and follow-through
- Comfortable using basic technology such as computers, tablets, or spreadsheets
- Ability to stand and walk throughout most of the shift
- Ability to reach, bend, twist, push, pull, and perform repetitive motions
- Ability to lift or move materials weighing up to 50 lbs. with assistance or equipment when appropriate
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in manufacturing, production, assembly, warehouse, machine operation, screenprint, embroidery, retail, or customer service
- High school diploma or equivalent
Responsibilities
- Review production orders for garment styles, artwork, colors, quantities, and placement details.
- Learn and operate screenprint, embroidery, laser, and other garment decoration equipment.
- Help set up, run, and change over jobs.
- Load and unload garments from machines and workstations, changing screens, thread, ink, needles, or other production materials as needed.
- Use computers, tablets, spreadsheets, or order systems to access job specifications.
- Check garment quality, decoration quality, and order counts throughout production.
- Fold, label, box, count, and record finished garments.
- Communicate with inventory, leads, and teammates to keep workflow moving.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while following safety practices and OSHA standards.
- Support team goals and perform other duties as assigned.
- Read, write, and understand work instructions and order details.
- Follow directions, processes, and safety expectations.
- Make routine decisions.
- Adapt to changing priorities.
- Maintain attention to detail.
- Communicate clearly.
- Work independently.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Daily pay options
- Comprehensive insurance benefits
- Up to 22 paid days off in the first year
- Profit sharing
- 401(k) plan
- Relaxed dress code
- Onsite cafeteria
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
