Trevor Perdue
Saint Robert,MO
Summary
Print production coordinator and DTG operator with four years of experience producing accurate, high-quality garment prints. Performs direct-to-garment equipment operation, quality inspection, and corrective adjustments for consistency. Coordinates workflows and completes equipment maintenance to meet production timelines; supports sales finalization and customer communication.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Print Production Coordinator
Fastbreak Sportswear
Saint Robert, MO
04.2025 - Current
- Managed inventory of materials and supplies for efficient production workflow.
- Collaborated with design teams to ensure accurate file formats and color specifications.
- Oversaw quality control processes to maintain high standards in printed products.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency in print production operations.
- Trained new staff on production procedures and equipment usage for consistency.
- Troubleshot problems that occurred during the production process.
- Planned and developed new operational processes to innovate and stay competitive.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Set up and adjusted machines and equipment to produce pre-determined results.
- Observed and monitored utilization of equipment.
- Conducted training in equipment operations and safety procedures, briefing employees of hazards associated with work.
- Directed and coordinated production activities, encouraging employees to meet specifications.
- Operated the DTG Printing Machine in the same capacity as a DTG Operator.
DTG Operator
Fastbreak sportswear
06.2022 - 04.2025
- Operated direct-to-garment (DTG) printing equipment to produce custom sportswear designs, following work orders, artwork specifications, and garment requirements to ensure accurate placement, color, and print quality.
- Prepared garments for printing by loading, aligning, and securing items on platens, performing pre-treating and curing steps as required to achieve consistent ink adhesion and durable finished prints.
- Inspected printed garments for defects such as misalignment, color variation, or ink smudging, making on-the-spot adjustments to machine settings and reprinting items when necessary to meet quality standards.
- Coordinated daily print queues by reviewing job tickets, organizing batches by garment type and design complexity, and communicating with team members to maintain steady workflow and on-time order completion.
- Performed routine maintenance on DTG printers, including cleaning print heads, checking ink levels, and troubleshooting minor issues to minimize downtime and extend equipment reliability in a fast-paced production environment.
Education
High school diploma or GED -
Waynesville High School
Waynesville, MO05-2022
Adobe Certified Professional - Graphic Design & Illustration in Adobe Illustrator
Waynesville Career Center
Waynesville, MO05-2022
Skills
- Manufacturing
- Print Production
- Teamwork
- Production Workflow Coordination
- Attention to detail
- Garment Pre-Treatment
- Equipment Maintenance
- Machine operation
- Customer service
- Basic math
- Printing
- Screen printing
- Color management
- Graphic design
- Quality Control Inspection
- Sales
- DTG printing operations
- Inventory management
- Problem solving
- Packaging design
Timeline
Print Production Coordinator
Fastbreak Sportswear
04.2025 - Current
DTG Operator
Fastbreak sportswear
06.2022 - 04.2025
High school diploma or GED -
Waynesville High School
Adobe Certified Professional - Graphic Design & Illustration in Adobe Illustrator
Waynesville Career Center