Experienced Embroidery Machinist

The Workwear Co; Belfast; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training and support

Friendly team culture

Opportunity for growth

Job summary

A prominent company in the apparel industry is seeking an Embroidery Machine Operator in Belfast. In this full-time role, you will operate embroidery machines, ensuring quality output while maintaining high standards in a friendly and collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have an eye for detail and a positive approach, with previous experience seen as advantageous but not essential. Training is provided to help you grow within this skilled production team.

Qualifications

• Experience with embroidery machines is advantageous but not required.
• Willingness to learn in a dynamic production environment.
• Ability to read and interpret job sheets accurately.

Responsibilities

• Operate embroidery machines and ensure correct set-up.
• Prepare garments and load designs using the computer system.
• Inspect finished products for quality and accuracy.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Monitor finished products for alignment and colour accuracy.
• Pack garments for dispatch and maintain a clean workspace.
• Support production manager with ad hoc tasks and stock checks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Flexibility

Team player

Time management

Team player

Job description

Belfast, United Kingdom | Posted on 06/02/2025

We are currently seeking a skilled and motivatedEmbroidery Machine Operatorto join our fast-paced embroidery department. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with an eye for detail and a passion for precision work to become part of a friendly and experienced team.

About the Role:

Your primary role will involve operating embroidery machines, adding logos to customer orders in line with job sheet specifications and any other duties as requested by the production manager. You will play a key part in maintaining our high standards of quality and contributing to the smooth running of our embroidery operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate embroidery machines, including multi-needle models
• Set up embroidery machines, ensuring correct threading, tension, and accurate loading of design files
• Check job sheets for details such as logos, sizes, colours, and garment types
• Select and prepare garments, including framing material ready for embroidery
• Load templates and designs using the computer system
• Monitor and inspect finished products to ensure high standards of alignment, colour accuracy, and overall quality
• Tear away backing, fold, bag, and pack garments for dispatch
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organised workspace
• Support the production manager with additional tasks as needed
• Reorder threads and materials to maintain adequate stock levels
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to read and interpret job sheets correctly
• Proactive and flexible approach to tasks
• Strong time management and punctuality
• Positive team player with a ‘can-do’ attitude

What We Offer:

• Full-time contract employment
• Comprehensive training and support
• Friendly, collaborative team culture
• Opportunity to grow and develop within a creative and skilled production environment

Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous but not required
• Willingness to learn new skills in a dynamic production environment