Embroidery Machine Operator - 1st Shift

stahls group; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Vanguard Conversion and Fulfillment is seeking an Embroidery Machine Operator to set up, run, and maintain commercial embroidery equipment for decorated garments. You will review orders, hoop garments, load threads, and ensure precise design execution and quality control throughout production.

We offer a collaborative environment with growth opportunities. A high school diploma is required; training is available if needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous embroidery/garment decoration experience preferred but training available.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot embroidery equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders, design files, and embroidery requirements.
• Select hoop size and stabilizer; hoop garments with proper tension.
• Load and thread embroidery machines with designated colors.
• Load digitized designs and verify color assignments.
• Operate machines to produce sew-outs and monitor for quality issues.
• Perform machine adjustments (thread tension, presser foot, hoop alignment).
• Conduct regular maintenance (needles, cleaning, oiling).
• Inspect finished items for accuracy, quality, and consistency.

Skills

Embroidery operation

Quality control

Hand-eye coordination

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Embroidery machines

Job description

1st Shift - 7:00AM-3:30PM

Why join Vanguard Conversion & Fulfillment, a GroupeSTAHL company?

We value work/life balance. As a family-owned business, we know our work family is just one aspect of life. We offer flexibility in the workplace to accommodate life outside of work. We offer generous PTO packages and opportunity to earn additional time off throughout the year. We take health and wellness seriously. We offer comprehensive benefits packages with low premiums and front-end deductibles. Contribute pre-tax dollars to your FSA or HSA accounts. Earn additional PTO by participating in healthy activities! We don’t believe in just getting a job; we believe in careers. With ongoing training and opportunities for personal development, we believe in fostering career growth. Looking to take your career to the next step? We offer tuition reimbursement! We believe in making a difference (and having fun while doing it). Whether we’re eating hot dogs to celebrate Coney Day, or playing hockey with Detroit Red Wings Alumni to raise money for Michigan Disabled Veterans. We’re a family-owned company who has family-friendly fun year ‘round! We’re all about having fun and making a difference.

What we do:

Vanguard Conversion and Fulfillment (VCF) is a premier third-party converting and fulfillment company, providing custom slitting, laminating, sheeting, and printing solutions for B2B and B2C clients across various industries. With cutting-edge equipment and an expert team, we deliver scalable, cost-efficient solutions to enhance operations and product quality.

What you’ll be doing:

The Embroidery Machine Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining commercial embroidery machines to produce high-quality decorated garments and products. This role requires attention to detail, technical skill, and the ability to follow job specifications to ensure accurate and consistent results.

• Review work orders, job sheets, and design files to determine embroidery requirements.
• Select the correct hoop size based on decoration size, choose the proper stabilizer for garment type, and hoop garments to appropriate location ensuring proper tension.
• Load and thread embroidery machines with designated thread colors according to the job order.
• Load digitized embroidery designs, assign thread colors, and verify design accuracy.
• Operate embroidery machines to produce high-quality sew-outs, monitoring for thread breaks, mis-stitches, or quality issues.
• Perform machine adjustments including thread tension, presser foot settings, and hoop alignment as needed.
• Conduct regular maintenance such as changing needles, cleaning, and oiling machines.
• Inspect completed items for accuracy, quality, and consistency, making corrections when necessary.
• Maintain organization of garments, job orders, and workstations to ensure efficient production flow.
• Follow all safety, quality, and production standards.
• Assist with other decoration processes (heat press, DTF, DTG, etc.) as needed.

What makes this job awesome:

• Awesome work environment with a collaborative working space.
• A clear connection between your work and an impact on customers.
• A successful team with high internal visibility for accomplishments.

What we are looking for:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in embroidery, garment decoration, or textile production preferred but not required (training available).
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot embroidery equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs.