High Post Production Team Lead

LEAD THE TEAM | MODEL, INSPIRE, CHALLENGE, ENABLE, ENCOURAGE

THE OPPORTUNITY

Under the direct supervision of the High Post Production Supervisor, the Post Production Team Lead provides hands-on leadership to assigned employees. This role communicates priorities, balances workloads, monitors quality and deadlines, trains team members and helps remove roadblocks. You will work alongside the team, lead by example and keep garments moving while maintaining Lakeshirts quality standards.

 

PAY + SCHEDULE

Location: Detroit Lakes, MN headquarters; onsite.

Shift: Monday–Thursday, 4:00 PM–2:00 AM; approximately 40–45 hours per week. Hours must remain flexible based on workload.

Pay: Competitive hourly pay based on experience and qualifications.

Growth: Build hands-on experience coaching employees, coordinating production and improving team results.

 

BENEFITS

LIFE'S BETTER WITH GREAT BENEFITS. Compensation that recognizes your skills and contributions, with a daily pay option. Full-time employees may elect health and life insurance plus voluntary dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, critical illness and accident coverage; benefits begin the first of the month following 60 days of employment. Enjoy paid time off, paid holidays, profit sharing based on company performance, 401(k), merchandise discounts, a subsidized headquarters cafeteria, employee events, referral incentives, relaxed dress, flexible scheduling and a dog-friendly workplace.

 

A TYPICAL DAY | ASSIGN + PRIORITIZE + REVIEW + MOTIVATE

• Lead daily priorities established by the supervisor; assign work, adjust staffing and request support to meet production goals.
• Use reports, work orders and account profiles to track progress and ensure orders are processed correctly.
• Inspect high post production garments for correct colors, logo placement, labels and general flaws; coordinate replacement garments with Inventory.
• Work beside the team sorting and folding garments by size, color and garment type.
• Train employees on job responsibilities, safety and company policy; conduct daily check-ins and motivate the team.
• Monitor attendance and staffing needs, maintain Workday information and complete biweekly payroll sign-off.
• Partner with the supervisor on employee concerns, performance conversations, quarterly reviews and annual increase reviews.
• Review processes for efficiency, follow 6S practices and address safety issues in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Complete special projects and other assigned duties.

 

SKILLS | LEAD + COMMUNICATE + PRIORITIZE

• Ability to assess needs, prioritize work and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced production environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication, sound judgment, problem resolution and strong listening skills.
• Leadership experience, Train the Trainer and LEAD workshop completion preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of Syspro and Microsoft Excel; ability to understand order forms and count accurately.
• Reliable, organized, flexible, self-directed, people-oriented and able to work independently or with a team.
• High school diploma preferred, but not required; ability to remain on your feet for 8–10+ hours per day.

 

WHY LAKESHIRTS IS THE PLACE YOU WANT TO BE

OUR CULTURE is one-of-a-kind and truly sets us apart. We are proud of our humble beginnings and non-corporate style. Lakeshirts | Blue 84 is one of the largest privately owned screenprint manufacturers in the United States, decorating and distributing garments for resort, college and K-12 markets. At our Detroit Lakes headquarters, over 1000 great people proudly produce 35,000+ garments daily. We work hard, support each other and seek committed people who will move our company forward. LIFE'S BETTER IN A T-SHIRT. IT REALLY IS.

 

COGNITIVE OR MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Employees must be able to see and hear, read and write. Requires adaptability, analyzing, assessing, calculating, decision-making, dependability, good judgment, reading, memorizing, social skills, speaking, stress control and writing.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

CONTINUOUSLY | 67%–100%: Lift, stand, walk, carry, push, pull, bend, twist and reach; lift/carry up to 50 lbs.; reach above, at and below shoulder height.

FREQUENTLY | 34%–66%: Lift and carry over 50 lbs.

OCCASIONALLY | 1%–33%: Climb, balance and crawl.

NEVER | 0%: Sit.

 

NOTE / DISCLAIMER

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and should in no way be considered a contract or guarantee of employment. Employees 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.