Embroidery Machine and Print Operator

Halecroft Recruitment; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Medicash healthcare plan

23 days’ holiday

Loyalty scheme

Job summary

Halecroft Recruitment is looking for a skilled Embroidery Machine & Print Operator to join their production team in Altrincham. This role involves operating multi-head embroidery machines and conducting quality checks.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of commercial embroidery experience. The position offers a salary of £25,750 for a 40-hour week or pro-rata for part-time, along with great benefits like performance bonuses and healthcare plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ commercial embroidery experience.
• Experience with heat presses and/or garment printing is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate multi-head embroidery machines with confidence.
• Conduct quality checks and pack garments to a high standard.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Embroidery Machine & Print Operator – Join our clients' growing production team based in Altrincham!

Are you passionate about producing high-quality, beautifully finished garments? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, hands‑on environment? We’re looking for a skilled Full or Part‑Time Embroidery Machine and Print Operator to join our busy production team and help deliver premium results for our customers.

What You’ll Do

• Operate multi-head embroidery machines with confidence and precision
• Set machines correctly, including colour threads, needles, and functions
• Maintain equipment: replace needles, clean and oil machinery, and monitor thread stock
• Work efficiently to meet a busy production schedule
• Keep your workspace impeccably clean and organised
• Check stock accurately against job sheets and prepare garments for decoration
• Conduct quality checks, then pack, label, and bag garments to a high standard for dispatch

What We’re Looking For

• A conscientious, flexible, “can‑do” attitude
• Strong computer literacy
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Understanding of premium garment finishing
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, tidy work environment
• Eagerness to learn, improve, and consistently produce top‑quality work

Experience Required

• Minimum 2 years’ commercial embroidery experience
• Experience with heat presses and/or garment printing is highly desirable

What’s On Offer

• £25,750 salary (40‑hour week or 3 days per week) (salary pro‑rata)
• Performance bonus
• Supportive, trust‑based working culture
• Loyalty scheme
• Medicash healthcare plan
• 23 days’ holiday
• Fun days, treats, and on‑site Pilates/exercise sessions
• Genuine opportunities for personal progression

Hours: June–August: Mon–Fri, 7:50 am–4:30 pm, Sept–May: Mon–Fri, 7:50 am–5:00 pm

Breaks: Paid morning and afternoon breaks, unpaid lunch

If you’re enthusiastic, motivated, and excited about producing high-quality branded clothing, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and be part of a team where craftsmanship and quality truly matter.