What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Lead - Nights position at Game One?
POSITION TITLE CLASSIFICATION
Production Lead Non-Exempt
DATE REVISED REPORTS TO
12/23/2025 Production Manager
PURPOSE STATEMENT
Game One is the premier provider of apparel, gear, and equipment unifying teams and fans in schools, clubs and organizations.
JOB SUMMARY
Work in the Screen-printing, Embroidery, Heat Press Decal and Prepress departments to complete custom printed garment orders and ready them for shipping. Become cross-trained in all areas of these processes and be proficient in two or more Operative Positions.
Status/hours; Full-Time Nights; Monday-Thursday 4:30pm-3:30am; Overtime when required.
JOB FUNCTIONS
- May operate at least two of the following areas: Automatic or manual printing machine, Embroidery Machine, Heat Press Decal and Pre Press equipment. Including set up and tear down to produce garments per order specifications.
- Must be able to maintain 125% proficiency in original Operator position.
- Trains and mentors Teammates.
- Verify that the count, garment types, print/embroidery/press location and artwork are correct prior to production.
- Document all necessary information pertaining to order in the ERP system, such as order printed, and colors used.
- Perform job consistently within established performance standards.
- Monitor machines for needed maintenance and report issues to Supervisor.
- Maintain cleanliness of work area and equipment; performs routine maintenance.
- Is punctual, observes prescribed work break/meal periods and has an acceptable overall attendance record.
- Other duties as assigned or dictated by the needs of the business.
- Utilizes personal protective equipment as required for personal safety.
- Become proficient and trained in all aspects of Production.
- Operators operating automatics in screen print ensure that un-loaders and PQCs are doing their assigned task. Examples: occasionally check a shirt before un-loader unloads garments or holding a shirt back to verify folder is counting garments.
- Overall responsible for quality and quantity of garments produced.
- Communicating with team members any pertinent information.
- Provide sign off approval for operators after performing quality inspections of samples and 1st piece checks
- Assist Production Coordinator in locating rush orders and old orders to ensure TATs are met
- Partner with Production Coordinator and/or Production Manager to report any discrepancies with art, garments or order entry errors.
- Utilize experience and knowledge to support operators on production floor with questions related to overall operations and quality.
- Assist Production Coordinator/Manager with reporting and troubleshooting mechanical issues with Maintenance Department or external vendors as needed.
- Exemplifies Game One Core values
- Is not under any level of discipline
COMPETENCIES
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Takes initiative to see tasks to completion.
- Dependable with a strong work ethic
- Keeps quality and safety top of mind and job knowledge current.
- Promotes a positive image of self and the Company.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months’ related experience and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
- Must have experience as a Operator or Sr Operator
- Strong attention to detail; mechanically inclination helpful.
- Must be able to identify deviations of color, design, and order specifications.
- Strong design skills with good eye for color layout.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts
- Regularly exposed to humid conditions, fumes, chemicals, and heat.
- Continually exposed to noise level that is usually mild to moderate.
- Frequently exposed to flashing lights and powered industrial truck horns
- Regularly required to stand, walk, use hand to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms
- Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch.
- Must regularly lift or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift or move as much as 50 pounds.
- Specific vision required by this job includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Game One is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, arrest record, gender identify, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.