Warehouse Worker

Matthews International; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Matthews International is seeking an Engraving and Embroidery Operator to program and operate specialized equipment for personalized caskets. The role trains on engraving and embroidery processes to ensure high-quality, customer-specified designs.

It is a first-shift, part-time position with up to 29 hours per week and starts at $22 per hour. The role requires basic MS Office and SAP familiarity, and prior embroidery experience is preferred but not required as training will be provided.

Qualifications

• HS diploma preferred.
• Embroidery experience preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office & SAP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate laser engraving machine for exterior casket engravings. Train on computer programming for the engraver.
• Set up casket and engraving machine correctly for engraving.
• Inspect engraving design after process.
• Operate embroidery machines for interior memorial panels.
• Work with fabrics, embroidery machines, staple gun, glue gun and cardboard mounts.
• Cut excess trim from cardboard mounts as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Engraving machine

Embroidery machine

MS Office

Autonomy

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Outlook

SAP

Job description

The Engraving and Embroidery Operator at Matthews International is responsible for programming and operating specialized equipment to personalize caskets with precision and care. This includes programming engraving machines for exterior designs and embroidery machines for interior panel customization.
No prior embroidery experience is required, as detailed training will be provided. This role combines technical skills and creativity to deliver high-quality, meaningful products that meet customer specifications and uphold our reputation for excellence.
Work Schedule: First Shift.
Weekly Hours: Up to 29 Hours a week.
Starting Pay: $22

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate Laser Engraving machine for Personalized engravings on exterior of caskets using automated computer programming and equipment (will train on computer program).
• Set up casket and Engraving machine in proper position for engraving process.
• Manually inspect engraving design after engraving process.
• Operates Embroidery machines to create customized memorial panels for casket interior.
• Will work with Fabrics, Automated embroidery machine, staple gun, glue gun and cardboard mount.
• Responsible for cutting excess trim from cardboard mount to required size.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
• Previous embroidery operation experience preferred.
• Basic degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications, SAP Experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work overtime as necessary.

PHYSICAL ASPECTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk, hear and see.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold & heat, risk of electrical shock, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment may be high.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.