Embroidery Machine Operator — 2nd Shift, Growth & Benefits

AlphaGraphics US 219; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive pay

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

AlphaGraphics Brand X is seeking an Embroidery Operator in Tempe to set up and run embroidery machines, sew logos, and ensure jobs meet specifications. You will maintain equipment, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with supervisors and clients to uphold quality and deadlines.

The role supports other production areas including Quality Control, Heat Press, Screen Printing, Bindery, and Shipping/Receiving, with opportunities to grow as the team expands.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of hands-on embroidery machine operation experience required.
• Expert-level embroidery machine operation ability, including setup and multi-head machine operation.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to read and follow technical manuals.
• Comfortable working across multiple fabric types and patterns.
• Self-motivated, strong ownership of quality and deadlines.
• Works well independently and on a team.
• High integrity and work ethic.
• Track record of clear communication with a team.
• Quick to learn new systems and processes.
• "Clean the slate" mindset — meets or beats every deadline, leaves nothing undone at shift's end.
• Proactive — knows when to ask for direction and where to jump in elsewhere.

Responsibilities

• Set up embroidery machines and select thread/fabric for each job.
• Sew logos and patterns into fabric to spec.
• Perform regular machine maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve machine problems.
• Balance multiple projects without sacrificing efficiency or quality.
• Assist other production areas as directed.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Take on special projects as needed.

Skills

Embroidery setup

Multi-head operation

Quality awareness

Team collaboration

Reading technical manuals

Fabric handling

Proactive problem solving

Independent work

Communication

Learning new systems

Deadline discipline

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Embroidery machines

Job description

AlphaGraphics Brand X is seeking an Embroidery Operator in Tempe to set up and run embroidery machines, sew logos, and ensure jobs meet specifications. You will maintain equipment, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with supervisors and clients to uphold quality and deadlines.

The role supports other production areas including Quality Control, Heat Press, Screen Printing, Bindery, and Shipping/Receiving, with opportunities to grow as the team expands.