Embroidery Machine Operator - Flexible Hours & Training

Unemployed Denim; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

On-site work

Growth potential

Job summary

Unemployed Denim is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Embroidery Machine Operator to join our small, growing business in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA. You’ll operate our multi-needle embroidery machine to personalize high-quality garments and bring custom designs to life.

The ideal candidate is organized, enjoys hands-on work, and takes pride in consistent, careful craftsmanship. Embroidery experience is preferred, but we’re open to training the right person with sewing or apparel production

Qualifications

• Previous embroidery machine experience preferred; sewing or apparel production experience is helpful.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Dependable, organized, and able to work independently.
• Willingness to learn new equipment and production techniques.
• Reliable communication and follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Operate multi-needle embroidery machine to embroider garments such as sweatshirts, sweatpants, denim, and more.
• Prepare and hoop garments using stabilizers and placement guides.
• Load approved embroidery designs and select thread colors.
• Monitor stitching, change threads and needles, and address basic production issues.
• Maintain consistent design placement, stitching, and overall quality.
• Complete finishing work: remove stabilizer, trim threads, tag, and inspect garments.
• Perform routine machine cleaning and basic maintenance as instructed.
• Assist with additional apparel production tasks as needed.
• Communicate scheduling, project progress, and production questions clearly.
• Accurately track hours worked and update production schedules in shared Google Drive documents.

Skills

Embroidery experience

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication

Willingness to learn

Job description

Unemployed Denim is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Embroidery Machine Operator to join our small, growing business in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA. You’ll operate our multi-needle embroidery machine to personalize high-quality garments and bring custom designs to life.

The ideal candidate is organized, enjoys hands-on work, and takes pride in consistent, careful craftsmanship. Embroidery experience is preferred, but we’re open to training the right person with sewing or apparel production