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Embroidery Machine Operator
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What they do
A Textile Machine Operator may set up, operate, or tend machines that wind or twist textiles; or draw out and combine sliver, such as wool, hemp, or synthetic fibers. Includes slubber machine and drawing frame operators. They may set up, operate, or tend machines that cut textiles; knit, loop, weave, or draw in textiles.
$47,272 / year median in Washington
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Experienced Embroidery Machine Operator We are looking for an experienced Embroidery Machine Operator to join our production team. This position is ideal for someone who has previous experience working with commercial/industrial embroidery machines and understands how to produce clean, consistent embroidery on a variety of garments and products. Starting pay based off experience. Responsibilities Set up, operate, and monitor industrial embroidery machines Load embroidery designs and prepare machines for production Hoop garments and products accurately for proper design placement Select and change thread colors, needles, bobbins, and other machine components as needed Adjust thread tension and machine settings to maintain embroidery quality Run embroidery jobs on shirts, jackets, hats, bags, and other apparel/products Inspect finished embroidery for quality, placement, thread issues, and defects Troubleshoot common embroidery and machine issues, including thread breaks, tension problems, registration, and needle breaks Trim, clean, and finish embroidered products Follow work orders and production instructions to ensure the correct design, garment, color, placement, and quantity Maintain a clean and organized production area Perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance of embroidery equipment Work efficiently to meet production deadlines while maintaining quality standards Qualifications Previous professional/commercial embroidery experience required Experience operating industrial multi-needle embroidery machines Strong understanding of hooping, garment placement, thread tension, stabilizers/backing, needles, and embroidery production Ability to recognize and troubleshoot embroidery quality problems Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work Ability to read and follow production work orders Comfortable working independently as well as part of a production team Dependable, organized, and able to manage multiple jobs and deadlines Ability to stand for extended periods and handle boxes, garments, and production materials as needed Preferred Experience Experience with multi-head commercial embroidery machines Experience embroidering hats/caps, jackets, polos, sweatshirts, and other challenging garments Knowledge of embroidery design files and basic embroidery software Experience in a screen printing, embroidery, promotional products, or apparel decoration shop This is an experienced position. Candidates should already be comfortable setting up and operating commercial embroidery equipment with minimal training.