Embroidery Machine Operator

Colsafety; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company HSA Contributions

Add On Insurance Options: Accident, S…

Free Employee Assistance Program:24/7

Generaous paid time off (PTO) that…

Volunteer Paid Time Off: Give back to…

401k Matching Options with no Vesting

Job summary

Columbia Safety & Supply in Houston, TX is seeking a full-time Embroidery Machine Operator to join the customization department. The role focuses on accurate, high-quality embroidery output and efficient production aligned with client orders.

You will be responsible for machine setup, file preparation, hooping, loading/unloading, troubleshooting, and documenting settings while maintaining a clean, safe workspace and collaborating with teammates to meet daily targets.

Qualifications

• Experience operating embroidery machines and adjusting settings
• Ability to select art files, threads, needles, and backing
• Strong attention to quality and design specifications
• Willingness to participate in team training and cross-training

Responsibilities

• Clean, maintain, calibrate, program, adjust and change machines
• Select art files, threads, needles, and backing per design specs
• Hoop, load/unload items for quality and efficiency
• Troubleshoot issues to maintain embroidery quality
• Document machine settings and supplies used for consistency
• Prepare products for packaging and staging to meet timelines
• Participate in training and cross-training with teammates
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace daily

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Tools

Embroidery machines

Job description

Embroidery Machine Operator

Department: Customization

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Houston, TX

Reporting To: Careers GME

Description

We are seeking a Full-Time Embroidery Machine Operator to become an integral part of our team here at Columbia Safety & Supply! This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is looking to join a growing company.

At our family of companies, we specialize in fall protection, personal protective equipment, industrial tools, and safety equipment for at-height industries.

The Embroidery Machine Operator is accountable for successfully and efficiently meeting the needs of clients, via the orders placed for customized products.

This role is to engage with the daily demands of customization activities including understanding and communicating needs for the flow of products, taking ownership of high-quality and efficient output, and working as needed to identify and resolve issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Properly clean, maintain, calibrate, program, adjust & change machines and settings
• Select the proper art files, thread, needles, and backing to meet quality and design specifications
• Hoop products, load and unload items to/from machines for quality and efficiency
• Troubleshoot issues to maintain design and item quality during embroidery runs
• Document machine settings and supplies used on new designs to ensure future consistency
• Product and order trimming, folding, packaging, and staging to meet needs and quality standards
• Participate in, and request, ongoing personal and team training, for customization as well as departmental cross-training, while supporting and training other teammates as needed
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace through daily cleaning
• All duties are necessary to support an efficient and successful customization process

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Expertise in time management and attention to detail
• Sense of urgency and self-starting mentality

Work with us!

We are a tight-knit group, and we understand the needs of our teammates. This personal connection allows us to strategically design competitive benefits packages that enhance the employee experience and support overall well-being. Some of our benefits:

• Company HSA Contributions
• Add On Insurance Options: Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.
• Free Employee Assistance Program:24/7 access
• Generaous paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure, plus company-paid holidays
• Volunteer Paid Time Off: Give back to our community & get paid!
• 401k Matching Options with no Vesting Requirements

This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The GMES family of companies provides to individuals of all races, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital, and veteran status, equal employment opportunities within our dynamic growth plans.

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