Production Artist Trainer

TRAINER + PRODUCTION ART EXPERT + MENTOR + PROBLEM SOLVER + COMMUNICATOR

THE OPPORTUNITY: Are you passionate about art, production, and people? Lakeshirts is hiring a Trainer to support and develop our Art Floor Support team. Based onsite in Detroit Lakes or Little Falls, MN, this role focuses on training new and current employees in screenprint support functions. You'll coach team members on best practices, production art quality, and Lakeshirts standards, playing a vital role in team growth and screenprint success. If you're experienced in art, love problem solving, and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is your opportunity to lead and make an impact.

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Onsite in Detroit Lakes or Little Falls, MN

PAY RANGE: $17-$19/hour

BENEFITS: Lakeshirts offers a fun, creative, and team-driven culture where employees are empowered to grow and thrive. We provide competitive pay with daily pay options, comprehensive insurance benefits, up to 22 paid days off in the first year, profit sharing, a 401(k) plan, and unique perks like an onsite cafeteria, a relaxed dress code and more. Join us and be part of a company that values teamwork, innovation, and making work enjoyable every day!

A TYPICAL DAY (JOB FUNCTIONS):

• Train new and existing team members in Floor Support screenprint techniques
• Ensure safety and Production Art standards are clearly taught and followed
• Use Lakeshirts' 90-day checklist to track new hire progress and provide feedback
• Evaluate performance and adjust training based on development needs
• Communicate regularly with leads and supervisors about team growth
• Troubleshoot printing or setup issues and teach effective solutions
• Maintain task load while supporting training efforts
• Promote Lakeshirts' values and safe work practices
• Attend department meetings and participate in HR-led evaluations
• Other responsibilities as directed
• Work actively with others in the department and company to achieve positive results
• Maintaining and creating training tools as needed

SKILLS (QUALIFICATIONS):

• 2- or 4-year degree in Graphic Design or related art field required
• Strong background in Production Art using Illustrator and Photoshop
• At least 1 year of Art Department experience
• Excellent coaching, communication, organizational, and mentoring skills
• Organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Patient and approachable with a passion for developing others
• WHY LAKESHIRTS IS THE PLACE YOU WANT TO BE. At Lakeshirts, we believe in making work as awesome as the apparel we create. We're not just a t-shirt company-we're also a hat, sticker, and sock company (and so much more!). We're a place where creativity meets culture, where ideas and innovation are encouraged, and where the atmosphere is truly one-of-a-kind. As one of the largest screenprinting manufacturers in the U.S., we decorate a variety of garments and accessories for the resort, licensed collegiate, and K-12 markets, supported by over 1,000 ah-mazing team members from sea to shining sea.

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: Sit

FREQUENTLY: Walk, Bend, Twist, Reach, Lift under 10 lbs., Carry under 10 lbs., Reach above/at/below shoulder height.

OCCASIONALLY: Stand, Push, Pull, Lift 10-50 lbs., Carry 10-50 lbs.