Screenprint Machine Operator

Lakeshirts•Detroit Lakes, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Lakeshirts is hiring a full-time, onsite Production Machine Operator in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, to help turn customer artwork into finished apparel. Team members join a screenprint or embroidery team and operate production equipment, prepare garments, review order details, monitor quality, and keep production moving. No screenprint or embroidery experience is required; training is provided. The work is active, hands-on, and fast-paced, with opportunities to advance through operator levels as skills and equipment expertise grow. Advancement opportunities vary by department, and some team members advance in as little as 90 days. The position is available on either a day shift, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., starting at $17.00 per hour, or a night shift, Monday through Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., starting at $22.00 per hour. Machine Operators may grow to $25.00+ per hour on day shift or $30.00+ per hour on night shift. The role involves following order specifications and safety practices, working independently and with teammates, and performing repetitive production tasks. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required.

Requirements

Positive, dependable, and ready to learn.
Detail-oriented and quality-focused.
Comfortable with repetitive, hands-on work.
Able to follow processes, instructions, and order specifications.
Self-motivated and able to work independently.
Team-oriented and willing to help where needed.
Reliable in attendance, communication, and follow-through.
Comfortable using basic technology such as computers, tablets, or spreadsheets.
Able to read, write, and understand work instructions and order details.
Able to follow directions, processes, and safety expectations; make routine decisions; adapt to changing priorities; maintain attention to detail; communicate clearly; and work independently.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in manufacturing, production, assembly, warehouse work, machine operation, screenprint, embroidery, retail, or customer service is helpful but not required.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.

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 production 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 staff, 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.