InkHouse 2nd Shift Lead [E]

2nd Shift Lead
Team: Inkhouse
Reports to: General Manager - Print Services
Location: Slingshot Inkhouse, Gas City, Indiana
Commitment Level: Full-Time, Salaried
Working Hours: M-F, 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Total compensation includes a competitive salary plus performance bonuses, commensurate with experience.

About Us
The Inkhouse is the apparel decorating division of Slingshot. We provide high-quality embroidery and screen printing apparel to our campus stores located all across the United States. We are a creative, collaborative, and supportive team committed to quality craftsmanship.

Position Overview
This is a full-time opportunity for an individual dedicated to the art of apparel decoration. The 2nd Shift Lead is a working position where you will be actively involved in production, serving as the primary technical resource and point of contact for the shift. You will play a pivotal role in driving the operational excellence of the Inkhouse production floor.

Key Responsibilities

• Shift Operations
  • Directly operate and maintain assigned machinery throughout the shift to ensure peak performance.
  • Execute the specific production plan and work orders provided by leadership to meet daily shift targets.
  • Maintain stewardship over state-of-the-art production machinery through expert setup and preventive care.
  • Champion a "quality first" mentality by conducting rigorous inspections and rapid problem- solving.
• Team Leadership
  • Support production staff through daily technical coaching and skill-building. Escalate staffing or training needs to the GM Production Lead to ensure operational resilience.
• Quality & Safety
  • Implement and maintain quality control standards for all decorated products.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production environment.
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and optimize production flow.
  • Identify operational bottlenecks or equipment performance issues and report them to the GM
  • Production Lead to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Stay up to date on industry techniques and emerging technologies.