Production Assistant

Grunt Style•Carol Stream, IL

15d•$17

About The Position

The Production Assistant supports Grunt Style garment decoration operations by blending key responsibilities from Printing, Quality Control, Finishing, and Material Handling roles. This is a cross-functional position that focuses on production tasks, efficient material movement, and supporting press operators and the finishing team to maintain a steady and high-quality production flow. This role requires adaptability, strong work ethic, and attention to detail. In this role, you will be expected to assist with material prep and flow, operate heat presses and finishing equipment, monitor print quality, and keep production areas clean and organized. You’ll play a critical part in staging and replenishing materials for the press teams, assisting in daily production operations, tracking workflow using barcodes or tablets, and performing final product inspections. This position provides hands-on exposure to DTG and screen printing production, and helping the business meet daily output goals.

Requirements

Able to frequently move and lift up to 40 lbs when necessary
Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Good hand eye coordination
Excellent vision including ability to adjust focus, close vision, distant vision, color awareness, and attention to small details.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to effectively listen and follow instructions.
Solid problem solving skills
Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in common units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Desire to create quality products
Must comply with any company policy of wearing personal protective equipment such as hearing protection, gloves, safety glasses, etc. where required
Must be available to work hours and days as needed based on changing schedule demands, including overtime. Schedules and shifts may change throughout the year. Schedule requirements may include working days, afternoons, nights, 1st shift, 2nd shift, or weekends as needed.
High school diploma or GED (General Education Degree)

Responsibilities

Ensure garments meet visual and quality standards before being passed to the next stage
Prioritize accuracy and completeness in material handling to avoid workflow delays
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace, especially around high-heat and heavy equipment
Report any material shortages, misprints, or equipment malfunctions promptly
Rotate between areas (material flow, QC, finishing) as needed to support overall production goals
Be proactive—anticipate what the press operator needs next and prepare accordingly
Communicate clearly with team members, especially during high-volume production
Support a culture of quality and consistency by flagging anything that doesn’t look right
Take ownership of your station—reset, clean, and restock it at the end of each shift
Stay alert and adaptable to help redirect work during shifting priorities or unexpected issues
Maintain a positive attitude under pressure and be a supportive presence on the floor