What are the responsibilities and job description for the Print Production Assistant / Lead Trainee position at Onward Customs LLC?
Print Production Assistant – Growth to Lead
Onward Customs is looking for a reliable, detail-oriented person to join our apparel printing and custom products shop.
This is more than a basic helper position. We are looking for someone who can learn our production process, take pride in their work, stay organized, and potentially grow into a lead production role over time.
You do not need to know everything on day one. Experience with apparel printing, DTF transfers, embroidery, heat pressing, signs, order fulfillment, or other production work is helpful, but reliability, attention to detail, professionalism, and willingness to learn matter most.
Responsibilities
- Help with apparel production, heat pressing, folding, packing, and order preparation
- Assist with embroidery, DTF/transfers, signs, and other custom products
- Check orders for quality, accuracy, placement, sizing, colors, and other details
- Follow production notes and job instructions carefully
- Help keep jobs organized and production moving efficiently
- Communicate quickly when something looks incorrect or needs clarification
- Help maintain a clean and organized production space
- Assist with occasional local pickups, drop-offs, and deliveries
- Interact professionally with customers, vendors, and business contacts when needed
- Learn our production systems and help improve consistency over time
We’re Looking for Someone Who
- Is dependable and arrives on time
- Pays close attention to detail
- Takes pride in producing clean, accurate work
- Can follow instructions and become increasingly independent
- Communicates problems before they turn into larger issues
- Works well with a small team
- Is comfortable with occasional customer or vendor interaction
- Is interested in learning new skills and taking on more responsibility over time
Requirements
- Reliable attendance
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Professional communication
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Ability to stand for extended periods, move around the shop, and lift boxes as needed
- Apparel production experience preferred, but not required
Pay
$14–$18 per hour depending on experience, reliability, professionalism, and ability to work independently.
There is room for increased responsibility, higher pay, and advancement for someone who consistently maintains quality, stays organized, communicates well, and helps production run smoothly.
Schedule
Part-time or full-time depending on experience, availability, and overall fit.
Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $18