Embroidery Machine Operator
Department: Silkscreen & Embroidery Production
Reports To: Silkscreen Supervisor
Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours/week)
Classification: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Pay Range: $15.00 - $20.00 Based on demonstrated experience
Position Summary
We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Embroidery Machine Operator to join our production team. In this role, you will operate commercial embroidery equipment to produce high-quality embroidered apparel and products while meeting production schedules and quality standards.
Experience operating Barudan or Tajima embroidery machines is preferred. Experience with embroidery digitizing is a plus but is not required.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate commercial embroidery machines, including Barudan and Tajima equipment.
- Review work orders, production schedules, garment specifications, and special instructions before production.
- Properly hoop garments and position designs for accurate embroidery placement.
- Load embroidery designs into machines and verify design files.
- Set up thread colors according to production specifications.
- Verify garment style, size, quantities, and artwork before production.
- Load and unload garments throughout the embroidery process.
- Monitor machine performance and product quality during production.
- Identify and report production issues or equipment concerns.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Follow all company safety policies and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QualificationsRequired- High school diploma or GED.
- 2+ years of embroidery machine operation experience.
- Ability to accurately distinguish thread and garment colors.
- Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
- Strong attention to detail and quality.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Dependable with excellent attendance.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
Preferred
- Experience operating Barudan or Tajima embroidery machines.
- Experience with embroidery digitizing software.
- Experience in apparel decoration, textile manufacturing, or production environments.
Skills
- Commercial embroidery
- Machine operation
- Quality inspection
- Production manufacturing
- Garment decoration
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Safety awareness
Physical Requirements
- Stand for extended periods on concrete floors.
- Frequently perform repetitive hand and arm movements.
- Lift up to 35 pounds with assistance.
- Reach, bend, squat, and perform frequent manual tasks.
- Work around moving machinery in a production environment.
- Ability to distinguish colors accurately for quality inspection.
- Vision correctable to 20/40.
Work Environment
- Warehouse and production environment.
- Exposure to varying temperatures.
- Exposure to machine noise.
- Frequent work around moving production equipment and warehouse vehicles.
Why Join Us?
- Full-time, steady work schedule
- Team-oriented production environment
- Opportunities to develop additional embroidery and production skills
- Stable manufacturing environment with quality-focused processes
Travel: None
This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the work performed. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may change at any time with or without notice
