Embroidery Machine Operator

Sayre Enterprises; Buena Vista (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sayre Enterprises in Buena Vista, VA is seeking an Embroidery Machine Operator to operate multi-head embroidery machines, stitching names, initials and decorative designs on garments. The role reports to the Embroidery Department Manager and requires attention to detail and dependable work habits.

The position offers two shift options: 4-10 hour days or 5-8 hour days, with an hourly pay rate of $15.25. Prior manufacturing exposure is a plus, but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• General computer skills preferred but not required.
• Manufacturing experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate multi-head embroidery machines to embroider names, initials, or decorative designs on garments or materials.
• Hoop and center material to prepare for processing on the embroidery machine.
• Observe embroidery operations to detect defects and notify supervisor of malfunctions.
• Inspect garments for defects and repair embroidery or fill in blanks left by the machine.
• Maintain speed, accuracy, and quality to meet department production demands.
• Communicate effectively with managers and team leaders; work independently with minimal supervision.
• Follow written directions and pay close attention to starting and finished products.
• Utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and discern colors and details.

Skills

General Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Category Operations

Description

Sayre Enterprises offers two 1st shift options: 4- 10 hour days, Monday-Friday, 6AM-4:30PM OR 5- 8 hour days, Monday-Friday, 7AM-3:30PM.

JOB TITLE: Embroidery Machine Operator

DEPARTMENT: Embroidery Department

REPORTS TO: Embroidery Department Manager

PAY RATE: $15.25/hour

SUMMARY: Embroidery machine operators are responsible for operating multi-head embroidery machines to embroider names, initials, or decorative designs on garments, material, or uniform accessories.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to draw thread through guides, tensions, and needles and adjusts tensions, threads, and bobbins according to fabric type.
• Ability to hoop and center material to prepare for processing on embroidery machine.
• Ability to observe embroidery sewing operations to detect defects in stitching that indicate machine malfunction and notify supervisor of malfunction.
• Ability to inspect garments for defects or damage, repair defective embroidery or fill in blanks left by embroidery machine.
• Must be dependable and self-motivated with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision and communicate well with managers and team leaders.
• Ability to maintain speed and efficiency and be fully committed to excellent customer service.
• Ability to maintain department production demand numbers.
• Ability to accurately count and follow written directions.
• Pay attention to the quality of both the starting product and the finished product.
• Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and have discernment for colors and detail.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Sayre Enterprises, a Division of Ira Green, Inc.,

is an Aff...

Minority/Female/...

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred but not required.
• General Computer skills preferred but not required.
• Manufacturing experience preferred but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Continually required to stand and walk (8-10 hours per day and up to 2-4 hours overtime as needed).
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Continually required to talk and hear and visually see.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to lift, move and push up to 30lbs.

Sayre Enterprises, a Division of Ira Green, Inc.,

is an Aff...

Minority/Female/...

• Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
• Shift First
• Position Embroidery Machine Operator
• Division Sayre Enterprises
• Number of Openings 1
• Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt
• Open Date 8/17/2026
• Location Sayre Enterprises, Inc.

This position is currently accepting applications.