Production Support - Patch Manufacturing

Outdoor Cap Company Inc
US - Arkansas - Bentonville
October 31, 2024

Outdoor Cap and JUNK Brands is a dedicated organization with a passion for all things headwear. Committed to creating high-quality products known for our careful attention to detail and craftsmanship. We are seeking a skilled Individuals to join our team and contribute to the creation of our premium.

As an essential player you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and high-quality production of our products. You will be responsible for operating and maintaining equipment such as, but not limited to, measuring tools, heat gun, embroidery and sewing tools, and sewing machines. To be successful in this role, you should be able to follow detailed instructions, and contribute to a positive and productive work environment.

General Skills and Competencies required for all Production Grades

Upholds the company values: acts with integrity; works together as a team; and treats teammates with respect.
Maintains a clean, organized and safety conscious work area.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and work orders (in English). Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations with co-workers and/or supervisors.

Basic Math: ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one-or two-step instructions.
Ability to learn quickly, adapt to change, work at a fast pace, keep a positive attitude and manage multiple deadlines.
Attention to detail.
Must be able to work with little absenteeism and available for overtime as needed.
Performs other responsibilities that may be assigned.

Education and Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree preferred, but not mandatory.
Embroidery, sewing and/or digitizing experience desired, but not mandatory.
Very Basic computer knowledge helpful; Uses in-house programs (example: Exenta, Quickturn, NetSuite, Shopify)

Physical Requirements

Must be able to stand, sit and/or walk (90% of the day) and occasionally reach, bend, and move inside the facility to move product.
Fine motor skills: required using the wrists, hands, and fingers.
Vision: Required to have close visual acuity, color vision and depth perception
Able to hear and effectively communicate with peers.
Ability to lift/move/pull 10-50 lbs. occasionally throughout day.

Moderate noise due to sewing machine operation in a warehouse setting.
Extreme temperatures: some assignments are in a building with limited climate control.

Grade 1 Production Support

Junk - Cutter, Hangtag & VA, Production Assistant
OC - Taper, QC/Trim

As a Grade 1 Production Support at Outdoor Cap and JUNK Brands, you will play a vital role in supporting the sewing production teams. Your responsibilities will include preparing materials, organizing workstations, and assisting with quality control. Grade 1 Production Support can increase earning potential by gaining skills from Step 1 to Step 3 and/or advancing to Grade 2 Machine Operator

Outdoor Cap

JUNK

Step 1

Entry level Patch Taper*

Entry level QC/Trim*

Entry level Hangtag / Barcode

Step 2

Intermediate level Patch Taper

Intermediate level QC / Trim

Entry level Cutter proficient at Intermediate level Hangtag / Barcode

Step 3

Advanced level Patch Taper + Intermediate level QC / Trim + Cross trained to Step 2 JUNK

Advanced level QC / Trim + Intermediate level Patch Taper + Cross trained to Step 2 JUNK

Advanced level Hangtag / Barcode + Advanced level Cutter + Cross trained to Step 2 for OC
• Patch Taper Proficiency: Tape 48 hats in less than 25 minutes; 2nd look QC for the patch + confirm cap style; pack for sewer
• QC / Trim Proficiency: Process 48 hats in less than 90 minutes; QC for crooked patches, sewline, excessive thread, and cap style; Package for shipping

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Must follow all safety protocols.
Perform routine housekeeping tasks and safety checks.
Interprets work orders, paying close attention to all details to ensure product is completed correctly with the highest standard of accuracy and quality and reflects artwork.
Use proper tools/supplies for each task to ensure safe working conditions and good quality product. Reports items that need to be replaced
Contribute to quality control by inspecting materials and finished products. Interpret SOPs and only pass good product. Understand what product can be reworked/corrected and what must be scrapped.
Document and communicate quality control issues in system.
Identify appropriate cut pattern and/or hangtag for product (JUNK)
Identify correct patch and correct hat sku (OC)
Organize work orders into appropriate containers by thread color for proper workflow (JUNK)
Prepares and organizes production confirming that all order requirements are met.
Inspects and prepares all finished product for shipping (QC, Trim, Package)
Able to demonstrate competencies for various machinery / techniques for next level.
Prepare materials and fabrics for the sewing process. (JUNK)
Assist sewers and machine operators with their tasks.
Understand/communicate PASS v FAIL cap (loose threads, crooked art, etc and bad caps)
Ability to Read PO to match art, cap style, special instructions, packing instructions.
Adhere to safety protocols for assigned equipment and all production areas (ex. Turning off heat guns at break)

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

Production Support - Patch Manufacturing

Production Support - Patch Manufacturing

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