Embroidery Machine Operator in Fort Worth

Energy Jobline ZR; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

Career growth

Job summary

Underground Threads in Fort Worth, TX seeks an Experienced Multi-Head Embroidery Machine Operator to run commercial embroidery equipment and deliver top-quality decorated apparel for U.S. clients.

The role emphasizes independent work, attention to detail, and adherence to production workflows. You will handle hooping, thread changes, machine maintenance, and quality checks, ensuring accurate customer specifications and timely production.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of commercial embroidery production experience.
• Experience operating multi-head embroidery equipment.
• Strong understanding of hooping techniques.
• Experience working with various garment types.
• Knowledge of stabilizers and backing materials.
• Experience troubleshooting embroidery production issues.
• Understanding of thread tension adjustments.
• Experience replacing needles and performing basic machine maintenance.
• Ability to maintain consistent embroidery quality throughout production.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Reliable attendance.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial multi-head embroidery machines.
• Hoop garments accurately and consistently.
• Load and change thread colors.
• Monitor production throughout each embroidery run.
• Inspect embroidery quality during and after production.
• Identify and correct thread breaks, bird nesting, tension, and registration issues.
• Change needles as required.
• Maintain clean, organized embroidery workstations.
• Prepare garments for embroidery production.
• Read production orders and follow customer specifications.
• Verify thread colors, garment styles, placement, and stitch quality.
• Complete production orders accurately and efficiently.
• Perform routine daily machine cleaning and preventive maintenance.
• Collaborate with production management to meet daily production goals.

Skills

Embroidery production

Multi-head machines

Attention to detail

Independent work

Organizational skills

Troubleshooting

Tools

BAI

Tajima

Barudan

SWF

Happy

Melco

ZSK

Brother PR Series

Job description

Job Description

Experienced Multi-Head Embroidery Machine Operator

Full-Time | Modern Production Facility | Fort Worth, TX

Join a Growing Technology-Driven Apparel Manufacturer

Underground Threads is a rapidly growing custom apparel manufacturer located in Fort Worth, Texas, approximately one mile south of TCU. We produce premium decorated apparel for businesses, schools, sports organizations, major e-commerce brands, and customers throughout the United States.

As our embroidery department continues to expand, we are looking for an experienced embroidery machine operator who takes pride in producing high-quality work, understands commercial embroidery production, and enjoys working in a clean, organized, technology-driven environment.

This is not an entry-level position. Previous commercial embroidery machine experience is required.

Job Summary

As an Experienced Multi-Head Embroidery Machine Operator, you will be responsible for operating commercial embroidery equipment to produce high-quality embroidered apparel while maintaining production efficiency and exceptional quality standards.

This position requires someone who is comfortable working independently, understands embroidery production workflows, and can identify and resolve common production issues with minimal supervision.

If you enjoy producing outstanding work, take pride in your craftsmanship, and want to become part of a growing company that values quality and teamwork, we'd like to meet you.

Primary Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating commercial multi-head embroidery machines
• Hooping garments accurately and consistently
• Loading and changing thread colors
• Monitoring production throughout each embroidery run
• Inspecting embroidery quality during and after production
• Identifying and correcting thread breaks, bird nesting, thread tension issues, and registration problems
• Changing needles as required
• Maintaining clean, organized embroidery workstations
• Preparing garments for embroidery production
• Reading production orders and following customer specifications
• Verifying thread colors, garment styles, placement, and stitch quality
• Completing production orders accurately and efficiently
• Performing routine daily machine cleaning and preventive maintenance
• Working closely with production management to meet daily production goals

Required Experience

To be considered for this position, candidates should have experience operating commercial embroidery equipment such as:

• BAI
• Tajima
• Barudan
• SWF
• Happy
• Melco
• ZSK
• Brother PR Series

or other commercial embroidery equipment.

Experience with both single-head and multi-head machines is welcomed.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• 2+ years of commercial embroidery production experience
• Experience operating multi-head embroidery equipment
• Strong understanding of hooping techniques
• Experience working with various garment types
• Knowledge of stabilizers and backing materials
• Experience troubleshooting embroidery production issues
• Understanding of thread tension adjustments
• Experience replacing needles and performing basic machine maintenance
• Ability to maintain consistent embroidery quality throughout production
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Strong organizational skills
• Reliable attendance
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic

Experience With Digitizing Is a Plus

While not required, experience with embroidery digitizing software such as Wilcom, Pulse, Hatch, Chroma, or similar platforms would be considered an asset.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally
• Good recognition for thread selection
• Excellent hand-eye coordination
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining attention to detail

What Makes Underground Threads Different?

We believe experienced embroidery professionals deserve an environment where they can do their best work.

Our production facility is:

• Clean and climate controlled
• Organized and professionally managed
• Equipped with modern production technology
• Focused on quality rather than rushing products out the door
• Built around teamwork and continuous improvement

We value employees who bring experience, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence.

The Kind of Person Who Excels Here

The best embroidery operators naturally notice details that others miss.

They care about perfect thread paths, clean lettering, proper registration, and producing garments they would be proud to wear themselves.

They solve problems instead of working around them.

They understand that every garment represents a customer who expects exceptional quality.

If that sounds like you, you'll fit right in.

This Position Is Probably Not a Good Fit If...

• You have never operated commercial embroidery equipment.
• You prefer constant supervision rather than working independently.
• You rush through work without paying attention to quality.
• You are uncomfortable troubleshooting embroidery production issues.

We are looking for professionals who already understand commercial embroidery production and want to become part of a company committed to quality.

Build Your Future With Underground Threads

We're looking for experienced embroidery professionals who want more than just another production job. We are building a team of skilled craftspeople who take pride in their work, support one another, and contribute to the continued growth of our company.

We look forward to meeting you and learning more about your experience.

Company Description

Underground Threads is a fast-growing, technology-driven custom apparel manufacturer based in Fort Worth, Texas. We produce premium decorated apparel for leading e-commerce brands, businesses, schools, and organizations across the United States using state-of-the-art digital garment printing, embroidery, and automated production equipment. Our clean, climate-controlled facility combines advanced manufacturing technology with a strong commitment to quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We invest in our employees, promote from within whenever possible, and provide opportunities to build long-term careers in modern digital manufacturing. If you take pride in producing exceptional work and enjoy working with advanced equipment in a supportive team environment, Underground Threads is the place to grow your career.