Apparel Production Associate

A position at White Cap isn’t your ordinary job. You’ll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities.

The White Cap family is committed to Building Trust on Every Job. We do this by being deeply knowledgeable, fully capable, and always dependable, and our associates are the driving force behind this commitment.

Job Summary

Responsible for preparing garments, running machines, cleaning and trimming, and packaging.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Cleans, irons, packages, and prepares clothing for delivery to customers.
• Communicates with supervisor on a continual basis regarding production and schedule.
• Prepares, loads, and unloads garments on and off the equipment.
• Sets up art files and operates embroidery equipment.
• Assists in other areas of business as needed.

Nature and Scope

• Selects correct processes from clearly prescribed rules, past practices, or instruction. Seeks advice and guidance on non-routine or problem areas from supervisor. Deviations from the norm are cleared by the supervisor.
• Under close supervision, exercises limited latitude/independent judgment. Work typically involves detailed checks or close review of output by a senior coworker and/or supervisor.
• None.

Work Environment

• Typically located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness, such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes.
• Must continuously stand or walk or regularly requires lifting/handling/carrying material or equipment of moderate to heavy weight (8-40 pounds).
• Typically requires overnight travel less than 5% of the time.

Education and Experience

• HS Diploma or GED strongly preferred. 0-2 years of experience in area of responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience with operating heat press and/or embroidery equipment safely and efficiently.
• prepare and produce apparel and other products according to customer specifications
• review work orders carefully to ensure correct garments, designs, quantities, sizes, color, and placement
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail throughout the production process
• organize and prioritize orders based on deadlines and production schedule
• monitor open orders and ensure work is completed in a timely manner
• inspect finished products for quality
• identify and communicate errors or issues before order is completed.
• keep production area clean, organized, and properly stocked
• assist with other production duties as needed

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