Production Finishing Associate
Job Summary We are looking for a detail-oriented, highly reliable Production Finishing Associate to join our team in a clean, temperature-controlled shop. In this role, you will handle both incoming inventory checks and the final stage of our apparel decoration process—ensuring every embroidered and heat-pressed item is accurately accounted for, clean, tagged, neatly folded, and packaged according to customer specifications. Precision and timeliness are critical: punctuality and a sharp eye for detail are absolute musts. As a versatile team player, you will also jump in to support other production areas whenever extra hands are needed. Pay rate determined by experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Inbound Receiving & Counting: Assist in receiving, opening, and counting inbound raw inventory/garments against packing slips to ensure order accuracy before production begins.
- Garment Cleaning & Trimming: Inspect embroidered and heat-transferred items; trim excess backing, threads, and jump stitches; remove minor spots or production marks.
- Tagging & Packaging: Attach hang tags, size stickers, or price tags; neatly fold, poly-bag, and label finished garments according to client specifications.
- Quality Control & Counting: Verify finished order quantities, garment sizes, and colors against production work orders with 100% accuracy.
- Order Staging & General Support: Organize finished goods for shipping or local pickup, and assist with general shop tasks across other departments as needed.
- Workspace Maintenance: Keep receiving and finishing stations clean, organized, and fully stocked with supplies.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Punctuality and attention to detail are a must.
- Ability to stand for extended periods, lift boxes, and perform repetitive manual tasks (folding, trimming, tagging, bagging).
- Basic math skills for accurate inventory and order counting.
- Reliability, strong communication, and an adaptable, team-first attitude.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred (a strong plus).
- Prior experience in an embroidery, print shop, or apparel business is a plus, but not required—on-the-job training is provided.
Schedule & Benefits
- Schedule: Early shift, 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Monday – Friday; weekend work is rare).
- Environment: Clean, temperature-controlled shop floor.
- Overtime: Available periodically depending on production volume.
- Perks: On-the-job training, employee discount, and genuine opportunities for advancement.
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Ability to Commute:
- Whippany, NJ 07981 (Required)
Work Location: In person
