Embroidery Machine Operator – Flexible Hours & Growth

STAHLS'; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard Conversion & Fulfillment, a GroupeSTAHL company, is seeking an Embroidery Machine Operator for the 1st shift (7:00 AM–3:30 PM) in Chesterfield, MO. You will set up, thread, and operate commercial embroidery machines to decorate garments with precision and consistency.

Responsibilities include reviewing orders, selecting hoops and stabilizers, loading designs, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring quality standards. Training available; lift up to 30 lbs; stand for extended periods.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in embroidery or textile production preferred but training available.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot embroidery equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
• Stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Equipment operation

Troubleshooting

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Vanguard Conversion & Fulfillment, a GroupeSTAHL company, is seeking an Embroidery Machine Operator for the 1st shift (7:00 AM–3:30 PM) in Chesterfield, MO. You will set up, thread, and operate commercial embroidery machines to decorate garments with precision and consistency.

Responsibilities include reviewing orders, selecting hoops and stabilizers, loading designs, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring quality standards. Training available; lift up to 30 lbs; stand for extended periods.