Embroidery Machine Operator: Create Graduation Regalia

Herff Jones; Arcola (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Herff Jones in Arcola, IL is seeking an Embroidery Machine Operator to join our production team. You will operate and monitor embroidery machines to customize graduation regalia and accessories, and prepare gowns, stoles, and related items for embroidery.

The role involves reading work orders, changing threads, setting up machines, inspecting finished products, and ensuring quality while meeting production schedules.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced production environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new equipment.
• Dependable, reliable, and accountable.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor embroidery machines to customize graduation regalia and accessories.
• Prepare gowns, stoles, hoods, bags, and other products for embroidery.
• Read work orders and ensure embroidery designs meet customer specifications.
• Perform thread changes, machine setup, and routine adjustments.
• Inspect finished products for quality, accuracy, and appearance.
• Troubleshoot minor machine issues and report maintenance needs.
• Maintain production schedules while ensuring exceptional quality.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Assist with special projects and seasonal production demands.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independence and teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Reliable and accountable

Ability to follow instructions

Tools

Embroidery machines

Job description

Herff Jones in Arcola, IL is seeking an Embroidery Machine Operator to join our production team. You will operate and monitor embroidery machines to customize graduation regalia and accessories, and prepare gowns, stoles, and related items for embroidery.

The role involves reading work orders, changing threads, setting up machines, inspecting finished products, and ensuring quality while meeting production schedules.