A Textile Machine Operator may set up, operate, or tend machines that wind or twist textiles; or draw out and combine sliver, such as wool, hemp, or synthetic fibers. Includes slubber machine and drawing frame operators. They may set up, operate, or tend machines that cut textiles; knit, loop, weave, or draw in textiles.
Under the direction of the Screenprint Lead and Trainer, this position supports the Machine Operator by helping to prepare the machine for screenprint decoration, pulling garments to place on dryer, and necessary machine clean-up & prep for the next order. Each day is full of bright colors, fun products and new artwork for our fantastic customers from sea to shining sea, so you're not seeing the same order twice!
Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm
Wage:
$16/hr A Typical Day (job functions) | Bring Art to Life on Garments through Screenprinting Job set-up & teardown at operational automatic screenprint presses Removal of and cleaning of screens, squeegees and flood bars Replacing machine with new screens and new ink for each order Return inks to their correct storage location, notifying in mixing of needed inks Provide and support machine operator as needed Identify and clean all equipment after press use Follow safety practices; identify problems and work to resolve safety issues as they occur in accordance to OSHA standards Work actively with others to get the job done Other responsibilities as directed (contributing to our core value of TEAM) Skills (qualifications) | Team Player + Reliable + Responsible + Eye for Detail High school education desirable, but not required Previous production experience preferred, but not required Ability to work well in a team Must be reliable, responsible and take direction well Perform repetitive tasks for several hours Stand 8-10 hours a day
WHY LAKESHIRTS IS THE PLACE YOU WANT TO BE.
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.
