Ann Arbor Tees is seeking a self-starter with an eye for detail, sense of urgency, and a willingness to learn. We offer apprenticeship style training and growth opportunities to create screen printed products serving both our custom and retail screen printing operations. No previous screen print experience is necessary, but if you've always wanted to learn more about the apparel industry or if you're looking for a fun work environment - now's your chance!
Here’s what you can expect on a daily basis:
- Stage shirts on carts to prep for printing.
- Quality check and correct misprint garments.
- Work with your Press Operator and Print Assistant in all relevant activities, and coordinate production flow to ensure that all production is accomplished in an efficient manner.
- Prioritize work based on production queue, read and complete order report, and understand and sign proof and production notes in order to acknowledge the specifications of each job.
- Change platens, tape screens when necessary, and load screens into the press. Load proper squeegees, floodbars, and ink. Register screens, dial in settings, and execute test prints.
- Load garments onto platens, and monitor press operation, including platen temperature, ink volume and temperature, and tackiness. Maintain accurate garment count, and monitor product quality. Troubleshoot production problems as they occur to minimize the occurrence of defects.
- Confirm final garment count, tear down the print (remove screens, floodbars, and squeegees), update the order in the software system, and log defects.
Are you a good candidate for this position?
Candidate must possess:
- High school diploma or GED
- Strong attention to detail
- Must have ability to work in a team
- Willingness to learn
- Excellent hand/eye coordination
- Value for reliability (punctuality and attendance)
- Ability to stand for long periods of time, use hands, and remain active for the entirety of shift
- Color vision
- Have full-time availability
- Positive attitude required!
- Leadership experience is a plus
How to Apply:
To apply, please complete the application on our website: www.annarbortees.com/hiring-and-jobs and email your resume to the email listed.
Send all inquiries to the email listed - please no calls or walk-ins.
Who is the Ann Arbor T-shirt Company?
The Ann Arbor T-shirt Company is an apparel decorator and Amazon seller out of Ann Arbor, MI. Our goal is to provide our clients with an easy and enjoyable way to celebrate their identity and interests by leveraging first-rate technology, systems, and service. We do this in two ways. One is by sourcing, decorating, and selling private label apparel on Amazon Marketplaces worldwide. The other is by providing custom apparel and accessory solutions to our community in both the B2B and B2C space.
Why you should work at AATC:
Besides working in a creative and fun environment, full-time employees are eligible for:
- Company health care through Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Dental and vision care options
- Free lunch daily!
- Significant discounts on custom and retail apparel
- 401k with matching after one year of employment
- Free therapy!
- Paid time off
Availability:
This is a full-time Monday-Friday shift 8am-4:30pm, though some weekends may be required during busy periods. Open availability is preferenced, as hours may expand during busy production weeks.
Pay:
$16.00 - $21.00 per hour. This position starts at $16 per hour as a Stager/Dryer Operator with opportunities for advancement!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
Work Location: In person