Position Summary This position is the primary technical expert for the Direct to Garment operations on the production floor, ensuring that all DTG equipment is properly maintained and operating efficiently. The DTG Lead Operator will run production when not performing equipment maintenance or assisting with training operators. Responsibilities include but not limited to: + Ensure standardized operational processes and procedures related to high-quality DTG garment embellishment are established and followed. + Full understanding of M&R Polaris Machinery, production capabilities/requirements, art production, + Liaison with M&R Tech Support to ensure necessary support for success. + Work closely with the in-house maintenance team to ensure the highest production performance quality standards are achieved. + Perform mechanical operation and maintenance of DTG equipment according to established guidelines and schedules. + Setup and operate DTG equipment. + Assist with training department operators + Maintain color profiles and machine print settings, and manage art ripping software Qualifications Qualifications + 2-3 years of relevant industry / apparel printing experience. + M&R Polaris experience & screen print experience helpful + Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop experience preferred + Excellent time management and prioritization skills and great attention to detail. + Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus alphabroder is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please review EEO is the Law (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) , EEO is the Law Poster Supplement (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP\_EEO\_Supplement\_Final\_JRF\_QA\_508c.pdf) . alphabroder participates in the E-Verify program. Please click below to learn more about the E-Verify program. E-Verify Participation Poster (English and Spanish) (https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify\_Participation\_Poster\_ES.pdf) Right to Work Poster (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER\_RighttoWorkPoster.pdf) .