Seasonal Support - Production

Operator I

Operator I:
May be responsible for verifying the quality and packaging of licensed and unlicensed garments for shipping.

Potential Job Titles:

• Thread Putaway
• Production QC
• Grid Sorter
• Unloader

Capable of safely and properly operating multiple pieces of specialized equipment in a controlled environment

May be assigned to Heat Seal, Embroidery, DTF, or other areas as business needs require. These are a few of the tasks an Operator I may be required to perform. This list is not all inclusive and responsibilities may change as the needs of the business dictate.

Operates shipping stations using shipping software

Inspect embroidered items for accuracy, consistency, and quality according to specifications

Check for defects such as misalignment, skipped stitches, thread breaks, color errors, puckering, or incorrect placement

Inspect heat-sealed patches on products to ensure proper adhesion, placement, and alignment according to specifications

Check for seal integrity, bubbles, wrinkles, misalignment, incomplete adhesion, or other defects

Properly tags and labels the garment, packages, and ships the order per customer order

Sort incoming and outgoing products accurately into designated grid locations based on recipes or tape numbers, pick lists, order numbers, or system instructions

Scan or verify items using handheld scanners, RF devices, or WMS systems to confirm correct placement

Ensure each grid location contains the correct items, quantities, and order information

May assist in printing and trimming DTF/DTT logos

Returns and organizes thread spools by color, type, size, or material according to production or inventory specifications

Inspect threads for quality issues such as knots, frays, or inconsistencies

Notifies VSM/VSS of any concerns regarding all HR, Safety, and Security work policies, specific work instructions, and quality system requirements.

Behave, speak, and treat others in a respectful manner while supporting workflow.

Participate in kaizen or improvement project teams

Other duties as assigned.

As job responsibilities evolve

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be subjected to moving mechanical equipment, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures and workspace restrictions.

The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud.

Employees will be required to wear the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which may include: eye protection, gloves, face shields, and protective shoes. Contact lenses are allowed in all areas.

The duties listed in job descriptions are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

External hiring into this position may be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check and possible credit history review.

Antigua Apparel is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The purpose of this description is to assist in ADA compliance and is not intended for other purposes such as collective bargaining, or compensation.

High School diploma or equivalent
· Strong attention to detail and an eye for color management
· Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and manage time effectively.
· Focused on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction
· Strong team player.
· Good oral communication skills with the ability to effectively interface with a variety of people at…