Embroidery Operator

Galls; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company contribution

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Galls in Lexington, Kentucky, seeks an Embroidery Operator to ensure high-quality standards during garment preparation and embroidery. Responsibilities include operating machinery, monitoring production, and maintaining safety. Candidates should possess a High School degree and experience in garment/embroidery environments. Galls offers excellent medical coverage and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate various machines, including sewing and embroidery.
• Previous experience in a tailor shop or similar environment strongly desired.
• Basic computer skills with the ability to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Perform all Value Added Services (VAS) functions accurately and efficiently.
• Monitor machine operations and detect malfunctions.
• Maintain daily production requirements and standards.

Skills

Machine operation

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Tools

Sergers

Embroidery machines

Sewing machines

Job description

Are you ready for new challenges and new opportunities?

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GALLS, LLC is the largest and fastest-growing supplier of uniforms and equipment to public safety professionals, with a national presence in more than 80 locations. With over 50 years in the industry, it is easy to see why. We are PROUD to s erve America’s public safety professionals by providing the broadest selection of uniforms, equipment, and solutions combined with great customer service.

As an Embroidery Operator at GALLS, you will be responsible for ensuring Value Added Services (VAS) are applied to garments accurately, on time, and in accordance with GALLS high-quality standards. You will work cross-functionally to perform various duties, including but not limited to garment prep, sewing, emblem application, embroidery, and auditing. Associates use several pieces of industrial machinery, including sergers, embroidery, and sewing machines.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Perform all VAS-related functions in an efficient and accurate manner
• Ability to operate various machines, including sewing, embroidery, engraving, and heat press
• Ensure high-quality standards are achieved by thoroughly reading and executing the Work Instruction Document (WID) to include the correct product, size, quantity, color, service to be rendered, and placement locations
• Monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions
• Identify and communicate any job delays and/or problems
• Maintain daily production requirements and standards
• Audit finished VAS against the order ticket to ensure the order is completed accurately
• Maintain a safe and clean work area
• Work as a team to accomplish all productivity goals efficiently and accurately
• Other tasks may be assigned as needed

WHAT YOU BRING

• High School degree or equivalent
• Previous experience in a tailor shop, alterations, seamstress, embroidery, and/or similar environment strongly desired
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English to understand and execute instructions for daily tasks and to read orders accurately
• Basic computer skills with the ability to learn new software, including Gall’s internal systems
• Good manual dexterity, with an ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time, work in a non-temperature-controlled environment, and lift up to 60lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines while performing high-quality work

WHAT YOU SEND OUR WAY

• Your resume, highlighting your education, experience, and skills

WHAT WE OFFER

• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—Eligible 1st day of the month after start date
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest