Heat Press Operator - 1st Shift

Job Opportunity at Underground Printing

Underground Printing (UGP's) mission statement is to help bring customer communities to life through custom branded apparel & merchandise.

Underground has experienced rapid growth, ranking in the Inc 5000 fastest growing companies 9 times, including 2019. We produce all of our printed apparel in our production facility in Michigan & with 172,000 SF of screen printing and embroidery production and over 250+ employees. We consistently rank in the top 10 largest screen printers by volume in the U.S. and are one of the fastest growing online clothing retailers.

We serve both B2C and B2B customers such as non profits, retailers, and Universities through our store and office locations across the United States. Additionally we help brands and licensors sell online both through company branded and marketplace websites. We are seeking qualified candidates who are highly motivated, efficient and reliable to join our team at our Ypsilanti production facility and warehouse which is close to the AATA bus line!

First shift is Monday - Friday 7a to 3p. Starting rate will be $16.00/hour.

Requirements:

• Use heat press machine to apply pre-cut numbers, letters, or graphics to garments and bags.
• Follow instructions from job ticket carefully and accurately to ensure proper application of the numbers, letters, or graphics to garment
• Maintain supplies by receiving and stocking materials in designated areas
• Maintain neat and orderly workspace at all times
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor
• Must be able to work on feet for duration of the shift
• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Must be able to work independently and with a team
• Must be able to perform a wide range of physical activities including pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, kneeling, reaching, etc.
• Must not have any type of lifting restrictions
• Team members with great attendance, attention to detail and a strong work ethic will thrive at UGP!

Company provided benefits:

• 10 days of paid time off and 7 paid holidays are given to all full-time team members, with the opportunity to earn raises and promotions.
• UGP offers health, dental, and vision insurance to all full-time team members! UGP offers a variety of different employer-contributed PPO medical insurance plan options to choose from through Blue Cross Blue Shield, as well as dental insurance through Delta Dental and vision insurance through Eyemed.
• Full-time team members are also eligible to join our 401(k) plan -- with employer 4% matching.
• We also offer a $200 referral bonus after 90 days, if we hire someone you refer.
• All team members are eligible for a 40% discount, plus - you get to wear jeans & a T-shirt to work!