Quality Control Team Lead

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

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Under the direct supervision of the High Post Production Supervisor, this position is responsible for direct leadership and productivity of assigned Post Production employees, communicating with team members regarding performance, priorities, work load and deadlines.Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm (40-45 hrs/week)

Onsite at our Longmont, CO location

A Typical Day (job functions) | Assign workflow + Prioritize + Review + Motivate

• Manage and direct daily priorities set by the Post Production Supervisor
• Utilize and understand reports to help manage priorities and determine priority goal achievement
• Read and understand work orders and profiles to ensure each account is processed correctly
• Ensure all QC staff are following the profiles established for each customer and communicate any profile changes
• Ensure team members are appropriately trained in the areas of job responsibility, safety, and company policy
• Motivate all team members to achieve personal and department success
• Monitor attendance and analyze staffing needs to meet goals, keeping Workday updated and processing bi-weekly payroll sign-off procedures
• Conduct SIFs (short interval follow-ups with the team) and report performance to supervisor
• Conduct quarterly performance and yearly increase reviews with employees in conjunction with the supervisor
• Works actively with others in the department and company to achieve positive results
• Collaborate with supervisor to overcome any team member concerns and performance issues
• Request help from other areas to help meet goals
• Communicate with Inventory and RC regarding orders needing redo's and log the errors in the system
• Update daily logs
• Maintain Lakeshirts acceptable standard of quality per garment. Inspect high post production garments for correct ink/thread colors, proper logo placement, labels, and general flaws
• Review processes periodically to increase efficiency
• Follows the 6S: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain and Safety
• Follows safety practices. Identifies problems and works to resolve safety issues as they occur in accordance to OSHA standards
• Other duties as assigned including special projects

Skills (qualifications) | Effective Leadership & Communication + Assess Needs + Prioritize

• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Leadership experience preferred but not required
• High school diploma preferred, but not required
• Ability to assess needs and prioritize
• Must have knowledge of Syspro and Excel
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral), problem resolution, sound judgment, pro-active, people-oriented, flexible, organized, diplomatic, strong listening skills, reliable, enthusiastic, courteous, and result-oriented
• Ability to work well in a team
• Hours must be flexible according to workloads
• High school diploma preferred, but not required
• Ability to work well independently and as a team
• Accuracy is required, one must understand the order form and be able to count
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced working environment
• Must be self-directed & self-motivated
• Ability to be on your feet 8-10+ hrs/day
  

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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 who 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 550 great people, proudly producing 35,000+ 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, good judgment, reading, memorizing, social skills, speaking, stress control, and writing.

Physical Demands: