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Grunt Style · 1 day ago

Production Assistant

Carol Stream, IL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$17/hr - $17/hr

Grunt Style is a company focused on garment decoration operations, and they are seeking a Production Assistant to support various production tasks. This role involves operating equipment, monitoring quality, and assisting in maintaining a steady production flow.

E-CommerceFashionLifestyleRetailTextiles

Responsibilities

Fold, finish, and package printed apparel for shipment or inventory, meeting daily production quotas

Operate heat presses to apply collar/sleeve decorations, ensuring proper placement and dwell time

Pick and stage blank garments, transfers, and job materials accurately using barcode scanners

Replenish ink, pretreatment, and consumables for DTG presses as directed by operators

Keep press stations stocked with screens, squeegees, and garments for screen printing support

Track and update job progress using barcode scanners or tablets

Help setup and break down press stations (i.e., cleaning platens, prepping tools)

Sort completed garments and route them to the next department or holding area

Remove scrap and manage waste bins following shop protocols

Assist with cycle counts and restocking shelves to support accurate inventory

Assist with receiving, inspecting, and labeling inbound goods for production

Maintain proper storage of transfers, screens, and job-specific accessories

Support press operators by catching misprints, replacing blanks, or swapping supplies on the fly

Move completed work to finishing or packing zones using carts and labeling systems

Ensure garments meet visual and quality standards before being passed to the next stage

Prioritize accuracy and completeness in material handling to avoid workflow delays

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace, especially around high-heat and heavy equipment

Report any material shortages, misprints, or equipment malfunctions promptly

Rotate between areas (material flow, QC, finishing) as needed to support overall production goals

Be proactive—anticipate what the press operator needs next and prepare accordingly

Communicate clearly with team members, especially during high-volume production

Support a culture of quality and consistency by flagging anything that doesn’t look right

Take ownership of your station—reset, clean, and restock it at the end of each shift

Stay alert and adaptable to help redirect work during shifting priorities or unexpected issues

Maintain a positive attitude under pressure and be a supportive presence on the floor

Qualification

Heat press operationQuality controlMaterial handlingBarcode scanningProblem solvingHand-eye coordinationCommunication skillsAttention to detailTeamwork

Required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time; work in and around a variety of industrial machinery and presses; bend over, squat, or climb

Able to frequently move and lift up to 40 lbs when necessary

Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form

Good hand eye coordination

Excellent vision including ability to adjust focus, close vision, distant vision, color awareness, and attention to small details

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to effectively listen and follow instructions

Solid problem solving skills

Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in common units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Desire to create quality products

Must comply with any company policy of wearing personal protective equipment such as hearing protection, gloves, safety glasses, etc. where required

Must be available to work hours and days as needed based on changing schedule demands, including overtime. Schedules and shifts may change throughout the year. Schedule requirements may include working days, afternoons, nights, 1st shift, 2nd shift, or weekends as needed

High school diploma or GED (General Education Degree)