Spot Sublimation Print Specialist

Lakeshirts•Detroit Lakes, MN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Great spot sublimation starts before the press ever runs. As a Spot Sublimation Print Specialist, you'll prepare and review artwork, order details, comps, proofs, and color callouts so each job is ready for production and aligned with what the customer approved. You'll create and evaluate test prints and pressed samples, compare finished results to approved artwork, and catch color, artwork, or production concerns before they become reprints. Working closely with Art, Production, Customer Service, and Sales, you'll help keep orders accurate, on time, and moving through the value stream. This role is a strong fit for someone who enjoys combining production art, color accuracy, print quality, and hands-on problem-solving to deliver exceptional decorated apparel.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and a consistent commitment to quality and accuracy.
Basic working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop preferred; experience preparing production artwork is a plus.
Understanding of color management, color matching, digital printing, heat transfer, dye sublimation, prepress, or apparel decoration preferred.
Ability to review technical order details, proofs, comps, and samples and recognize discrepancies before production.
Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to explain recommendations clearly across Art and Production.
Organized, dependable, and able to maintain accurate files and documentation.
Practical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with a Continuous Improvement mindset.
Ability to prioritize multiple orders and shifting deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.
Comfort working independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
Ability to recognize, contribute to, and strengthen Lakeshirts culture with a humble, team-first attitude.
Must love dogs.
Must love tees, plus hats, stickers, and novelty socks.
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, and reasoning.

Responsibilities

Prepare, organize, and maintain production-ready artwork and files for spot sublimation orders.
Review work orders, customer comps, proofs, garment details, placements, and production notes for accuracy before printing.
Create test prints and pressed samples, then evaluate color, placement, scale, detail, and overall print quality.
Compare finished samples to approved artwork, color expectations, and customer requirements.
Identify artwork, color, file setup, or production concerns early and recommend practical corrections before the production run.
Communicate color adjustments and artwork improvements clearly to the Art Department and production partners.
Help maintain consistent color and print-quality standards across orders, garments, and repeat runs.
Troubleshoot artwork, file, printer, transfer, and press-related issues and escalate concerns when needed.
Maintain organized production files, test results, samples, and supporting documentation.
Collaborate with Production, Art, Customer Service, and Sales to resolve questions and keep orders moving on time.
Follow established quality, safety, and production procedures and contribute ideas for Continuous Improvement.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned based on business needs.

Benefits

Compensation guided by meritocracy with a daily pay option
Health and life insurance
Voluntary dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, critical illness, and accident coverage beginning the first of the month following 60 days of full-time employment
Up to 22 paid days off during the first year
Profit sharing
A 401(k) program
Subsidized onsite breakfast, lunch, and snacks at Detroit Lakes HQ
Dogs at work
A relaxed dress code
An employee merchandise discount
Flexible work schedules based on role and business needs