Technical Production Artist - Lakeshirts

WHERE TECH MEETS CREATIVITY: INNOVATING ART THROUGH AUTOMATION

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THE OPPORTUNITY:

At Lakeshirts, we're all about delivering GREAT ART and creating the best custom-designed apparel and accessories in the Resort and College markets. From that favorite vacation tee to the comfiest bookstore hoodie, there's a good chance it's one of ours. Located in the heart of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, our World Headquarters is where we bring our passion for design to life. Great art. It's just what we do!

We're seeking a Technical Production Artist who thrives on innovation, helping to drive us to the forefront of art automation & technology, helping to support overall company growth. This position will work under the direction of our IT Manager, focusing on testing various processes, ultimately leading to the implementation of new art tools throughout our company.

When you're not diving into the latest tech, you'll collaborate with our Creative Department (ie: the awesome Art Team). If you're a creative problem-solver, open to new ideas with a love for process improvement (Continuous Improvement is one of our core values, after all!), have superior communication skills and a knack for teamwork, this could be your perfect fit.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, hours TBD.

Onsite employment in Detroit Lakes, Mn.

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Essential Job Functions | Prioritize + Innovate + Test + Research + Modify + Adapt + Communicate

· Work with the IT Manager to test and refine new art automation tools, ensuring they meet the needs of our growing company

· Partner with the Art Department to seamlessly integrate new processes and provide cross-functional support

· Prioritize daily workload based on system timelines and project needs

· Meet specifications of IT manager and Art department needs

· Utilize knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and similar programs to test system processes and develop automation scripts

· Be open to new ideas and drive continuous improvement in our art processes

· Attend all scheduled meetings and communicate effectively with both the IT and Art teams

· Other responsibilities as directed, to support company value of Team

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Qualifications | Adobe Illustrator + Organization + Multitasking + Process Improvement

· 2- or 4- year Graphic Design, Art or Computer Science degree

· Illustrating background and experience with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop or similar programs required

· Built or used Adobe Actions or Automation scripts

· Works well within a team environment

Department: IT Reports To: IT Manager

Revision Date: 6/18/24 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

· Ability to manage multiple tasks and follow-through

· Strong communication skills (verbal & written)

· Excellent organizational skills

· Values Continuous Improvement & forward-thinking

· Must love dogs (we kinda like them a lot at HQ)

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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 that 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 900 great people, proudly producing 45,000+ 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.

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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.

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Physical Demands:

NEVER (0%): Climb, Crawl, Lift 25-50 lbs., Lift over 50 lbs., Carry 25-50 lbs., Carry over 50 lbs.

OCCASIONALLY (1%-33%): Lift, Stand, Walk, Carry, Push, Pull, Balance, Bend, Twist, Reach, Lift under 10 lbs., Lift 10-24 lbs., Carry under 10 lbs., Carry 10-24 lbs., Reach above shoulder height, Reach at shoulder height, Reach below shoulder height

FREQUENTLY (34%-66%): Reach below shoulder height

CONTINUOUSLY (67%-100%): Sit

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and should in no way be considered a contract or guarantee of employment. Employee may perform other related duties as needed based on the ongoing needs of the business. Minnesota is an Employment-At-Will state and implies no specific length of employment.