Embroidery Machine Operator

New York Embroidery Studio; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

New York Embroidery Studio seeks an Embroidery Machine Operator to produce high-quality embroidery with precision. You will operate industrial machines, set up fabrics, and ensure designs meet studio standards.

You will monitor stitch quality, color accuracy, and machine tension, inspect finished products, and report any technical or material issues to the Embroidery Manager. The role requires attention to detail and reliability in a busy production environment.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accurate color vision.
• Ability to follow design and placement instructions carefully.
• Sense of urgency and commitment to craftsmanship.
• Must speak English or Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor embroidery machines to complete production orders according to specifications.
• Thread, hoop, and stabilize materials properly for various fabrics and techniques.
• Ensure consistent stitch quality, color accuracy, and tension balance.
• Inspect finished products for quality control and consistency.
• Report any technical or material issues to the Embroidery Manager.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and production-ready workstation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow design instructions

Craftsmanship

English or Spanish

Job description

Embroidery Machine Operators are responsible for producing high-quality embroidery work with precision and consistency. This role involves operating industrial embroidery machines, maintaining setup accuracy, and ensuring all designs meet studio standards

• Operate and monitor embroidery machines to complete production orders according to specifications.
• Thread, hoop, and stabilize materials properly for various fabrics and techniques.
• Ensure consistent stitch quality, color accuracy, and tension balance.
• Inspect finished products for quality control and consistency.
• Report any technical or material issues to the Embroidery Manager.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and production-ready workstation.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and accurate color vision.
• Ability to follow design and placement instructions carefully.
• Sense of urgency and commitment to craftsmanship.
• Basic embroidery experience preferred; training available for strong candidates.
• Must speak English or Spanish.

Reports to: Embroidery Manager

Location: 307 W 36th St, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10018

Compensation: $17–$20 per hour, depending on experience

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.