Embroidery Machine Operator
Pay: $22.00–$26.00 per hour
Schedule: Full-Time | 3:30pm - 12am (midnight) Monday - Saturday
Must be able to work the weekends of Christmas and New Year's weeks)
Position Overview
We are seeking detail-oriented Embroidery Machine Operators to operate commercial embroidery equipment and customize apparel and gift items with client logos, names, and designs. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in producing high-quality work, enjoys hands-on tasks, and can maintain accuracy in a fast-paced production environment.
Commercial embroidery experience is preferred, but we are willing to train motivated candidates with strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate commercial embroidery machines to stitch logos, names, and designs onto apparel and gift items.
- Hoop garments and other materials, load embroidery designs, and select the appropriate thread colors.
- Monitor machine operations to ensure consistent quality, proper alignment, and accurate stitching.
- Inspect finished products for defects, thread breaks, alignment issues, and overall quality.
- Make adjustments or rerun items as needed to meet quality standards.
- Change needles, bobbins, and thread as required.
- Perform basic machine cleaning and routine upkeep.
- Manage assigned orders according to production priorities and customer deadlines.
- Transfer completed items to the next stage of production and preparation.
- Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area.
Qualifications
- Previous experience operating commercial embroidery machines, including Melco equipment, is preferred.
- Candidates with related production or machine operation experience are encouraged to apply.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify quality issues.
- Good hand-eye coordination and steady hands for precise, repetitive work.
- Ability to work efficiently while maintaining accuracy and quality.
- Comfortable standing for extended periods and performing repetitive tasks.
- Reliable attendance, a positive attitude, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Schedule & Compensation.
- Pay Range: $22.00–$26.00 per hour, depending on experience.
- Training: Available for candidates who demonstrate the right skills, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a production environment where quality and turnaround times matter. Someone with embroidery, sewing, textile production, or related machine operating experience could be a strong fit for this opportunity.