Embroidery Operator: Fast-Paced Gear Brand Benefits

5.11, Inc.; Manteca, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; 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

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.