Embroidery Operator - 1st Shift

Underground Printing; Ypsilanti (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) plan with employer match

Employee discount

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Casual dress code

Job summary

Underground Printing (UGP) in Ypsilanti, MI, is seeking an Embroidery Machine Operator for our production facility. This entry-level role focuses on producing custom decorated garments using Tajima embroidery machines; no prior experience required, on-the-job training provided, first shift 3:00 PM–11:00 PM.

You will work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, lift up to 50 lbs, and benefit from paid time off, holidays, 401(k) with employer match, employee discount, and

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with room for advancement.
• Prior experience in a production environment is not necessary.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet all day.
• Proficient in MS Word/Excel/Google Apps; Illustrator and Photoshop a big plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate Tajima embroidery machines to produce custom garments.
• Work in a high-output production environment to meet deadlines.
• Follow production schedule and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Google Apps

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Tools

Tajima Embroidery Machines

Job description

Description

Underground Printing (UGP’s) Mission Statement is to help bring customer communities to life through custom branded apparel & merchandise. Underground has experienced rapid growth, ranking in the Inc 5000 fastest growing companies 9 times, including 2019. We produce all of our printed apparel in our production facility in Michigan & with 55,000 SF of screen printing and embroidery production and over 250+ employees. We consistently rank in the top 10 largest screen printers by volume in the U.S. and are one of the fastest growing online clothing retailers.

We serve both B2C and B2B customers such as non profits, retailers, and Universities through our 22 store and office locations across the United States. Additionally we help brands and licensors sell online both through company branded and marketplace websites.

We are seeking a highly motivated, self-driven Embroidery Machine Operator for our Ypsilanti production facility and warehouse!

This is an entry-level position with room for advancement! Prior experience in a production environment is not necessary. This position starts at $16 per hour with the opportunity for advancement every 6 months. We provide on the job, paid training!

As an Embroidery Machine Operator, you will work in a production-based, high-output environment to produce custom decorated garments using Tajama Embroidery Machines. While art knowledge is a key foundation to the position, candidates should be hard-working and able to handle a deadline-driven production schedule. This is not a design position; you will be making an actual product!

Ten days of paid time off and 7 paid holidays are given to all full-time Team Members, with the opportunity to earn raises, promotions and additional PTO. Full-time Team Members are also eligible to join our 401(k) Plan -- with employer 4% matching. All Team Members are eligible for a 40% discount, plus - you get to wear jeans & a T-shirt to work!

UGP offers Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance to all full-time Team Members! UGP offers a variety of different employer-contributed PPO Medical Insurance plan options to choose from through Blue Cross Blue Shield, as well as Dental Insurance through Delta Dental and Vision Insurance through Eyemed.

First shift runs 3:00PM - 11:00PM Monday - Friday. Optional overtime opportunities are also available!

We participate in E-Verify, a program that confirms new hires' eligibility to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please visit E-Verify.gov. We are committed to ensuring that all employees are treated fairly and equitably, regardless of their immigration status.

Requirements

Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Google Apps. Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator CS3 (and above), and Adobe Photoshop CS3 (and above) is also a big plus!

The qualified candidate must be able to work on their feet all day, have the ability to lift boxes up to 50 lbs., be able to work independently, but also in a team setting. Team members with great attendance and a strong work ethic will thrive at UGP!