Embroidery Operator 1st Shift

5.11, Inc.; Manteca, Northern (CA, KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off & holidays

Life and AD&D insurance

Employee discount

Job summary

5.11, Inc. is seeking an Embroidery Operator for our Custom Shop to operate commercial embroidery equipment and ensure orders meet quality standards. You will set up, hoop, and run machines to decorate apparel, bags, hats, and gear, while maintaining production schedules and communicating issues to the team.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to follow complex work instructions, and the capacity to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Competitive benefits included.

Qualifications

• Experience operating embroidery equipment or in a production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and quality checks.
• Able to follow detailed work instructions and production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Operate embroidery machines to customize apparel and gear.
• Set up embroidery jobs by loading designs and selecting thread colors.
• Hoop garments accurately and align properly.
• Produce and inspect sample sew-outs prior to production.
• Monitor machine performance and adjust thread tension and speed.
• Perform quality checks and trim excess backing and thread.
• Follow production schedules to complete orders on time.
• Read work orders to verify product details, artwork, colors, placement, and quantities.
• Prepare upcoming jobs to maximize production efficiency.
• Communicate shortages or issues to team leads.
• Perform routine cleaning and preventative maintenance on embroidery equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Production software

ERP basics

Job description

Born in Yosemite, forged in Quantico and built for adventure. 5.11 is a purpose-driven lifestyle brand, rooted in performance, durability, and versatility. Since 1979, we've created gear and apparel for people who live life without limits, delivering gear and apparel that empower them to push boundaries every day.

We're looking for an Embroidery Operator to join our Custom Shop team. In this role, you'll operate commercial embroidery equipment to customize apparel and gear while ensuring every order meets our quality standards and customer expectations.

What You'll Do:

• Operate single-head and multi-head commercial embroidery machines to customize apparel, bags, hats, and other products.
• Set up embroidery jobs by loading designs, selecting thread colors, and preparing garments for production.
• Hoop garments accurately and efficiently while ensuring proper placement and alignment.
• Produce and inspect sample sew-outs prior to production to verify quality and accuracy.
• Monitor machine performance throughout production, making adjustments to thread tension, speed, and other settings as needed.
• Perform quality checks, trim excess backing and thread, and ensure finished products meet company standards.
• Follow production schedules to ensure customer orders are completed accurately and on time.
• Read and interpret work orders to verify product details, artwork, colors, placement, and quantities.
• Prepare upcoming jobs to maximize production efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Communicate product shortages, equipment issues, or quality concerns to team leads.
• Perform routine cleaning and preventative maintenance on embroidery equipment.

What You Bring:

• Previous experience operating commercial embroidery equipment preferred; experience in embroidery, screen printing, apparel decoration, or other production environments is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify quality issues quickly.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and production schedules.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer and keyboard skills.
• Ability to learn production software and ERP systems.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and reach throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to distinguish colors and inspect fine details for quality.
• Ability to work safely around production equipment.

Pay Range:

$19.50 per hour

5.11 offers a best-in-class benefits program including: medical, dental and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including: Hospital Indemnity/Accident insurance; Flexible Spending Account/Health Saving Account; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off/Paid Holidays/Sick Time; Casual Dress Code; and Employee Discount.

*If you are a regular full-time employee working at least 30 hours per week, you and your eligible dependents may participate in 5.11's benefits program.*

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