Embroidery Machine Operator

Pay: $18.00–$24.00 per hour

Schedule: Full-Time Days | Part-Time or Full-Time Nights | Weekend Availability

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced, dependable Embroidery Machine Operator to join our team. This position is ideal for someone who is organized, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, family-oriented environment.

The Embroidery Machine Operator will be responsible for setting up and operating Ricoma embroidery machines, preparing embroidery files, and ensuring finished products meet quality standards.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and monitor Ricoma embroidery machines
Load garments, thread machines, hoop products, and prepare jobs for production
Create and prepare DST logo files for embroidery
Create name and number files for customized embroidery orders
Review artwork and job specifications before beginning production
Monitor embroidery quality, placement, thread tension, and consistency
Troubleshoot basic machine or production issues
Inspect completed products for accuracy and quality
Keep work areas, materials, threads, and production orders organized
Manage multiple jobs and priorities while meeting production deadlines
Take ownership of assigned work with minimal supervision

Qualifications

Previous embroidery machine operating experience preferred
Experience with Ricoma embroidery machines strongly preferred
Experience creating or working with DST embroidery files
Experience creating name and number embroidery files
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Organized and able to manage multiple projects
Dependable, responsible, and self-motivated
Comfortable working independently as a self-starter
Ability to work well in a close-knit, family-oriented environment
Flexibility to work days, nights, and/or weekends depending on schedule

Compensation & Schedule

Pay: $18.00–$24.00 per hour, based on experience

Available schedules may include:

Full-time day shift
Part-time night shift
Full-time night shift
Weekend hours

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and wants to become a dependable part of our team.

You should be proficient in:

Machine Setups for Production Runs
Blueprint Reading