Heat Transfer Associate

Posted 19 Days Ago
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Bloomington, IL, USA
In-Office
18-20
Entry level
Fitness • Retail • Sports • Manufacturing
The Role
Operates heat presses and related equipment to customize swimwear, clothing, flags, lanyards, and other products. Verifies colors, alignment, and order accuracy using paper and computer files. Maintains records, orders and ships supplies, follows written and visual instructions, communicates across departments, and completes orders within required timelines. This warehouse-based role requires prolonged standing, frequent walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, computer use, PPE, and occasional overtime or weekend work.
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Description

Summary:

This fast-paced position uses Heat Presses to adhere custom items to products such as swimwear, clothing, and nylon flags. Customizing lanyards, vinyl flags, and other items is also the responsibility of this department. On a daily basis, the emplyee will use paper and computer files, websites, and other means to verify the customization of product is correct.

Essential Functions/Primary Duties:

· Must be able to stand with considerable walking and upper body movement throughout shift.

· Keep and consistently update paper filing system.

· Ability to Quality Check incoming product by noticing color and alignment mistakes.

· Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to problem solve.

· Will be responsible for ordering supplies as needed, online and over the phone.

· Will send supplies to other locations, upon request.

· Ability to follow picture and written insturction to ensure customziation is correct.

· Time management is very important. Must be able to do daily tasks, as well as complete all orders within the time frame expected.

· Communication via e-mail, text, and phone calls between departments is frequent.

· This position relies heavily on the ability to learn company computer programs, printer, and plotter

· Learnd, understand, and follow current workflows and processes

· Daily usage of ERM and graphics software

· Cooperate with other areas within the department and with all departments within the company

· Maintains clean and organized work areas

Requirements

Education/Experience:

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Basic understanding/prior usage of computer software

Success of Role

· Average order lead time of less than 2 business days year-round

· Clear, consistent communication with supervisor and department leads when assistance is needed

Skills & Attributes

· Strong attention to detail and follow-up.

· Strong interpersonal communication and relationship building skills.

· Collaborative, driven, can-do approach to find solutions, overcome objections, and resolve issues.

· Consistent learning mindset that supports growth and development.

· High level of integrity with a strong sense of accountability and ownership.

· Safety-oriented

Tools / Software

· Microsoft Office suite of programs

· Virtual communication tools

· ERM and warehouse programs

· Graphic Design software
Working Conditions:

The work environment is a warehouse environment and includes frequent changes in temperature depending on outdoor climate and occasional loud noises with no exposure to hazardous materials.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This is not a supervisory role but has the potential to lead to one

Physical Requirements

The physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions the job advertised.

· Prolonged periods of standing.

· Lifting up to 50 pounds multiple times a day.

· Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

· Must wear PPE and required and indicated

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position with typical work hours of Monday through Friday from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm but may also involve weekends or overtime work during our busy periods of the year.

Benefits

Kiefer provides competitive benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance programs combined with our 401k program providing contribution matching support. We also provide annual vacation and sick time allocations.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Skills Required

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Basic understanding or prior use of computer software
  • Ability to stand for prolonged periods and walk throughout the shift
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds multiple times per day
  • Ability to identify color and alignment errors
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to follow written and visual instructions and learn company workflows and software
  • Ability to wear required PPE
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The Company
HQ: Zion, IL
Year Founded: 1947

What We Do

Adolph Kiefer & Associates, operating as Kiefer Aquatics, is a manufacturer and distributor of high-quality products for the competitive and enthusiast swimming industry. Founded in 1947 by Olympic gold medalist Adolph Kiefer, the company provides a comprehensive line of training, safety, and competition equipment, including swimwear and aquatic supplies. It serves competitive swimmers, lifeguards, and aquatic facilities through multiple retail and distribution channels across the United States.

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