Production Associate - Screen Printing

DESCRIPTION
As a Dapper Ink employee the Production Associate will be responsible for the
delivery of complete and accurate orders from production as well as assist with the setup and tear down of press jobs.

Thus the Production Associate's daily responsibilities will include:

PRIMARY RESPSONSIBILITY:

• Work with screen printers to set up and tear down press jobs, as well as assist in the operation of a screen printing press.

• Working closely with press operator to ensure high quality prints or to catch misprints.

• Ensuring the accuracy of each order before it leaves Production.

POTENTIAL SECONDARY RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Overseeing the flow of printed inventory through the Production

Department, as well as delivering finished inventory to the appropriate final
destination (Fulfillment, client pick up shelves, etc.).

• Maintaining customer service touch points such as proper stacks of tees

(without quality hold stickers or tape), consistent boxing, thank you cards.

• Keeping up with the schedule and understanding the impact of due dates,

ship times, client pickup and crunch time pressures.

• Communicating with Project Managers regarding delays or alterations in the

production timing.

• Updating system statuses as jobs exit Production.

• May run pad press or heat press.

• Understand and operate garment folding machine and be able to perform minimal troubleshooting.

• Monitor and log production issues.

• Fold or roll garments or apply hang tags as needed.

• Delivering print samples and / or keeping logs of prints for future use.

Please note: The nature of the Production Associate is physical.
It requires long stretches of time on your feet and the ability to easily lift 40 pounds.

KEY COMPETENCIES
The Production Associate must exhibit the following personal / professional
abilities and character traits. He or she will be evaluated on this criteria:

• Energetic, process-driven spirit.

• Exhibits exceptional communication skills both within the department and with

members of other departments

• Carefully follows the set procedures and quality standards expected for

Dapper Ink jobs

• Fulfills tasks and deadlines accurately and on time
• Pays close attention to details
• Follows through and finishes projects, even when they require extra time,

effort, or creative thinking

• Works well on a team and as an individual
• Keeps a positive, ready-to-learn attitude
• Solves problems with confidence and creativity
• Shows grace under pressure and a cool temperament; exhibits patience and

humility in difficult scenarios

• Keeps an organized workspace, schedule, and list of ongoing projects
• Actively and properly uses the tools and programs provided to the Dapper Ink

staff (specifically Printavo) to maintain organization

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.50 - $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Shift:

• Day shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $18