North York Machine Operator Support - Embroidery Prepper - North York

Randstad Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Immediate start dates

Shift premium incentives

Potential for extension

On-site parking

Job summary

Randstad Canada is hiring Embroidery Prepper for a North York facility, offering a 3-month contract with potential for extension or full-time for the right candidate. Pay rate ranges from $19.00 to $20.50 per hour, including shift premiums, with weekly direct deposit.

Shifts include Day, Afternoon, and Night, and on-site parking is available near TTC routes. The role supports embroidery machine setup, loading/unloading garments, and troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Experience in embroidery, garment customization, sewing or screen printing is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of DST stitch files, hoop sizing, thread tensioning, and digitizing specifications.
• Sharp eye for detail to catch flaws, misalignments, or thread breaks before garments are completed.
• Reliable with on-time attendance and availability for the scheduled shift.
• Ability to stand for the duration of the shift.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload prepared garments onto embroidery machines and safely unload finished pieces.
• Monitor machine runs to ensure designs stitch correctly and equipment functions.
• Assist with garment placement and ensure accurate positioning before embroidering.
• Troubleshoot basic machine issues including needle changes and thread management.
• Collaborate with team to maintain production schedule and workflow.

Skills

Embroidery / garment customization

DST stitch files knowledge

Hoop sizing

Thread tensioning

Digitizing specifications

Attention to detail

Reliability / punctuality

Fast-paced environment

Tools

Tajima embroidery machines

Job description

We are immediately hiring! Are you eager and excited to start a new job as a Embroidery Prepper in North York? If you have experience in customizing garments such as sewing, embroidery, screen printing etc., this may be the perfect opportunity for you!

Randstad Canada is hiring embroidery preppers to support custom sports apparel production at our client's facility in North York. We are currently hiring for a 3 month contract with possibility for extension and even full time for the right candidate.

Location: Gurney Crescent (near Dufferin & Lawrence West) is very accessible via the TTC (TTC Route 29/929 Dufferin, 52 Lawrence, or Lawrence West Station).

Pay Rate: $19.00 – $20.50 / hour (Includes shift premiums; paid weekly via direct deposit)

Location: Gurney Crescent, North York, ON (Easily TTC accessible via Dufferin & Lawrence; free on-site parking available)

Terms: 3-Month contract with strong potential for contract extension.

Available Shifts

• Day Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Afternoon Shift: Monday to Friday, 4:30 PM – 1:00 AM
• Night Shift: Monday to Friday, 12:00 AM – 8:30 AM

What You Will Be Doing

• Load and Unload: Support the operator by loading prepared garments and hats onto the embroidery machines and safely unloading finished pieces.
• Monitor Machine Runs: Keep a close eye on the machines during operation to ensure the design is stitching correctly and the machine is functioning properly.
• Assist with Garment Placement: Help prepare products for the embroidery process, ensuring accurate placement before they go onto the machine.
• Troubleshoot Issues: Assist with basic machine upkeep and troubleshooting, including changing needles, replacing threads, and fixing minor thread breaks.
• Work with the Team: Communicate effectively with the operator and supervisor to stay on schedule and maintain a smooth production flow.

Advantages

• Immediate start dates available
• Weekly pay schedule
• Competitive pay rate starting at $19.00/hr.
• Shift premium incentives for afternoon and overnight shifts.
• Clear pathway toward permanent conversion with our client.
• Clean, dynamic, high-energy sports apparel customization environment.
• Referral bonuses up to $150

Responsibilities

• You will assist in the set up of Tajima embroidery machines, including the loading and unloading garments
• You have the ability to identify machine issues, and assist in troubleshooting
• You will perform regular machine inspections and report any issues.
• Help prepare products for the embroidery process, ensuring accurate placement before they go onto the machine.
• You must have the ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Experience with hooping is a plus, but not required.
• QC is key: You will detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to a supervisor.

Qualifications

• Experience: Embroidery, garment customization, sewing, or screen printing preferably
• Technical Familiarity: Demonstrated experience working with DST stitch files, hoop sizing, thread tensioning, and digitizing specifications.
• Quality Focus: Sharp eye for detail to catch minor flaws, misalignments, or thread breaks before garments are completed.
• Reliability: Consistent on-time attendance and availability for your selected shift schedule.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for the duration of the shift

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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