Copy of Seasonal Machine Operator – Embroidery

Uncommon Goods; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site in Sunset Park Brooklyn

Seasonal position

Job summary

Uncommon Goods is hiring a Seasonal Machine Operator to support embroidery production in Brooklyn's Sunset Park. You will set up and operate embroidery machines to personalize products, prepare fabrics, and inspect finished items for quality.

No professional embroidery experience required, but comfort with machinery, strong attention to detail, and hands-on production skills are essential. This role is seasonal with 32–40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, with occasional weekend work.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with sewing, fabric work, or operating production machinery. (Required)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort with equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate embroidery machines to personalize products.
• Prepare and position fabrics and materials for accurate stitching.
• Monitor machines and make basic adjustments when needed.
• Inspect finished products for stitching, alignment, and quality.
• Change threads, needles, and other materials as needed.
• Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and keep production moving.
• Help with other production and quality control tasks as needed.

Skills

Sewing

Fabric work

Machine operation

Job description

Copy of Seasonal Machine Operator – Embroidery

$22/hour | Brooklyn, NY (Sunset Park) | 32–40 hours/week
Have experience with sewing, fabric work, or operating production machinery? We're hiring!
Uncommon Goods is looking for a Seasonal Machine Operator to help create personalized gifts using embroidery equipment.
You don't need professional embroidery experience, but you do need to be comfortable working with machinery, have strong attention to detail, and enjoy hands-on production work.

What You'll Do

• Set up and operate embroidery machines to personalize products.
• Prepare and position fabrics and materials for accurate stitching.
• Monitor machines and make basic adjustments when needed.
• Inspect finished products for stitching, alignment, and overall quality.
• Change threads, needles, and other materials as needed.
• Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and keep production moving.
• Help with other production and quality control tasks as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Hands-on experience with sewing, fabric work, or operating production machinery. Required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with technology and equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail, including the ability to identify stitching, alignment, and finishing issues.
• Ability to follow instructions, work efficiently, and manage multiple orders.
• Reliable, organized, and comfortable working in a busy production environment.
• Able to stand for most of the shift and lift up to 30 lbs.

Previous embroidery machine experience is a plus, but not required.

Schedule & Benefits

• $22/hour
• 32–40 hours per week
• Monday–Friday, with weekend availability as needed
• On-site at our Brooklyn headquarters in Sunset Park

About Uncommon Goods

Uncommon Goods partners withindependent makers and small businesses to offer a wide and constantly evolving assortment of original, creative products.

We are built on better business practices and committed to having a positive impact. Learn more here .

The best part of Uncommon Goods is us—our team. We've been around for over 20 years because of all the wonderful people who make UG the one-of-a-kind company it is.