Print Shop Assistant LA Stone Crafts Co, LLC Rancho Palos Verdes, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $18 - $20 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications Computer operation Packing Moving Windows Graphic design High school diploma or GED Manufacturing standard operating procedures Driver's License Graphic design software Full Job Description Description LA Stone Crafts Co., LLC is looking for a dependable, motivated Print Production Assistant to join our team. We are a small, growing custom print and apparel shop producing custom apparel, embroidery, signs, decals, laser-engraved products, and more. Some previous print shop or production experience is a plus, but entry-level candidates are welcome to apply. We provide hands-on training on our equipment, software, production processes, and workflow. We're looking for someone who enjoys working with both computers and their hands, is interested in learning different production methods, and is willing to jump in wherever needed to help keep the shop running smoothly. Job Responsibilities As a Print Production Assistant, you will assist with all aspects of day-to-day production, including: Perform daily, weekly, and monthly printer and equipment maintenance Load and change media in printers and other production equipment Design, edit, prepare, and vectorize graphics using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator Prepare and send print jobs using RasterLink and/or CADlink Design, edit, and prepare files for laser cutting and engraving Design, edit, and prepare embroidery files Print directly onto garments and other merchandise Print and cut DTF transfers Heat press DTF transfers onto shirts, sweatshirts, and other merchandise Assist with embroidery, printing, laser, and other production processes as trainedUpdate and maintain merchandise and supply inventory Monitor inventory levels and order supplies or merchandise when needed Pick up merchandise, media, supplies, or materials from local vendors when needed Fold and prepare garments for customer orders Wrap, package, and prepare merchandise for pickup or delivery Perform quality-control checks throughout production Keep production areas, equipment, tools, and the overall shop clean and organized Assist with other production and shop tasks as needed Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Valid driver's license State-required automobile insurance Reliable transportation and ability to make occasional local pickups Basic experience with Adobe Photoshop Basic experience with Adobe Illustrator Comfortable working with Windows-based computers Comfortable learning new software and production equipment Able to follow detailed instructions and production procedures Strong attention to detail Dependable and punctual Able to stay organized while working on multiple orders Willing to learn and take on new responsibilities Preferred Experience Previous experience in a print shop, apparel decoration business, sign shop, embroidery shop, or similar production environment is preferred but not required. Experience with any of the following is a plus: Adobe Illustrator Adobe Photoshop RasterLink CADlink DTF printing DTG printing Heat pressing Embroidery Embroidery digitizing or file preparation Wide-format printing Vinyl cutting Laser engraving and cutting Graphic design or vector artwork Apparel production Print finishing and order fulfillment You do not need to know everything on this list. Training will be provided. Physical Requirements This is a hands-on production position and requires regular physical activity throughout the workday. The employee must be able to: Stand and walk for extended periods during a normal workday Frequently bend, reach, crouch, kneel, and move around production equipment Regularly use hands and arms to operate printers, heat presses, embroidery machines, laser equipment, computers, tools, and other production equipment Perform repetitive hand and arm movements associated with printing, pressing, folding, packaging, and production work Lift, carry, push, and move boxes of garments, merchandise, supplies, and printing media Lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds Load and unload rolls, sheets, garments, and other media into production equipment Reach into and around printers and production equipment when performing routine maintenance and cleaning Safely use step stools or similar equipment when accessing supplies or materials Maintain the manual dexterity and visual attention necessary for detailed production, artwork preparation, finishing, and quality-control work Work around normal print-shop equipment, machinery, heat presses, inks, adhesives, cleaning products, and production materials Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. What We're Looking For Because we're a small shop, we're looking for someone who is willing to be part of the entire production process. On any given day, you might be preparing artwork in Illustrator, loading a printer, pressing shirts, working on an embroidery file, packaging an order, or helping organize the shop. The right person is someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, comfortable working with both computers and production equipment, and genuinely interested in learning how a modern custom print shop operates.

We especially value someone who:

Takes pride in producing high-quality work Notices when something doesn't look right and addresses it before an order goes out Is comfortable asking questions when unsure Can follow established procedures while also learning new ones Treats equipment, materials, and customer merchandise with care Keeps their workspace clean and organized Works well independently and as part of a small team Is willing to jump in and help wherever needed Understands the importance of completing customer orders correctly and on time If you already have print-production experience, we'd love to hear from you. If you're newer to the industry but have a good attitude, basic Photoshop and Illustrator skills, and are eager to learn, we'd still encourage you to apply.

Pay:

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person