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Garment Dyer - Detroit Lakes, MN

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Company Name:Lakeshirts
Location:Detroit Lakes, MN
Employment Type:Full Time
Pay:$18 - $20 per hour
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Description

THERE'S A REASON WE'RE CALLED THE COLOR COMPANY.


THE OPPORTUNITY:

Color. It's what we do. We have our very own private dye plant, dyeing more than 100 different stock colors and 3.5 million garments a year. Our dyes are earth friendly and certified organic based.

We're looking for our next great "Mix Master," aka Garment Dyer, to help us continue our mission to WOW Our Customers by providing on-trend garments. Under the direction of the Doghouse Supervisor, this position is responsible for performing and monitoring the dye processes necessary to dye garments.

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 4p-2a

PAY: $18-$20/hr


A Typical Day (job functions) | Lift & Repeat + Follow the Recipe + Create Color

  • Transport garments from warehouse to washer and load washer for dye process, lifting boxes up to 50 lbs
  • Transport and replace dye and chemical drums from warehouse weighing up to 450 lbs
  • Follow a procedure to create dye solutions required for each other, and follow a detailed procedure to dye the goods. Follow through by checking the dye lot results and any abnormalities that might have occurred
  • Communicate with the Dye Plant Supervisor, Inspection/Folding Supervisor regarding any problems during the dyeing process
  • Empty garments into bin from washer and transport to dryer and load dryer
  • Assist other Dyers when necessary
  • Assist in warehouse staging, sweeping, and stocking pallet rackets
  • Occasionally may be required to move pallets between Dye Plant and Lakeshirts
  • Keep work area clean and orderly
  • Organize work flow
  • Follows safety practices. Identifies problems and works to resolve safety issues as they occur in accordance to OSHA standards
  • Works actively with others to get the job done
  • Forklift skills preferred, but not necessary
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills (qualifications) | Calculating + Following Directions + Self-Motivation

  • High school education desirable, but not required
  • Basic math skills, detail oriented, able to work well with others
  • Ability to work well in a team
  • Must be reliable, responsible and take direction well
  • Must be able to perform repetitive tasks for several hours
  • Ability to be stand for 8-10 hours a day
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs

OUR CULTURE IS ONE-OF-A-KIND AND TRULY SETS US APART. We are proud of our humble beginnings and non-corporate style. We offer a unique atmosphere, unlike any other manufacturer. We work hard to be the best and we seek only committed individuals that will help move our company forward and embrace our values and culture. Lakeshirts | Blue 84 is one of the largest privately owned screen-printing manufacturers in the United States, responsible for decorating and distribution of a wide variety of garments for the resort, college and K-12 markets. At our headquarters in Detroit Lakes, MN, we employ over 1000great people, proudly producing 45,000+ garments daily. It's not just a job but a lifestyle. Our job descriptions help support and guide you in the role you play in making our company successful. LIFE'S BETTER IN A T-SHIRT. IT REALLY IS.


Cognitive or Mental Requirements of the Job:
Employee must be able to see and hear, read and write. Requires adaptability, analyzing, assessing, calculating, decision making, dependability, judgment, reading, speaking, following direction, handling multiple priorities, reasoning.


Physical Demands:

CONTINUOUSLY: Stand, Walk, Carry, Push, Pull, Reach At or Below Shoulder Height

Frequently: Lift, Twist

Occasionally: Sit, Climb, Balance, Bend, Crawl, Lift Over 50lbs., Carry Over 50lbs., Reach Above Shoulder Height


NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and should in no way be considered a contract or guarantee of employment. Employee may perform other related duties as needed based on the ongoing needs of the business. Minnesota is an Employment-At-Will state and implies no specific length of employment.




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