OPERATOR EMBROIDERY

Imperialsports; Winona (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Imperial is seeking a motivated Embroidery Operator to join our production team in Winona, MO. You will operate embroidery machinery, load and unload products, and perform finishing steps to ensure products meet quality standards.

This role offers a temp-to-hire pathway with potential conversion after 90 days based on performance and business need. Peak season and second shift hours apply, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Team-first mindset with clear communication skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and follow directions.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment.
• Comfortable performing physical labor, including standing for long periods and repetitive motions.

Responsibilities

• Operate embroidery equipment by following work instructions, job tickets, and quality standards.
• Load/unload product, monitor runs, and assist with basic machine set-up and adjustments as trained.
• Complete finishing steps such as trimming, cleaning, and blocking finished product to spec.
• Inspect work for quality (placement, cleanliness, and overall appearance) and report issues to the supervisor/lead.
• Keep work area organized and clean; follow 5S/housekeeping expectations.
• Follow all safety protocols and wear required PPE.
• Support other embroidery-related tasks and production needs as assigned.

Skills

Embroidery equipment

Quality standards

5S housekeeping

PPE compliance

Team communication

Job description

Imperial is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Embroidery Operator to join our production team. In this hands-on role, you’ll support the embroidery process by operating machines, maintaining a clean and safe workstation, and completing finishing steps (including blocking) to ensure our products meet Imperial’s quality standards.

• Pay:$15/hr + .50 differential
  
• Employment Type: Temp to Hire|May convert to regular employment after 90 days (based on performance/business need)
• Location: Winona, MO
• Peak Season Hours
  
  • 2:30 PM - 12:30 AM, Monday - Thursday | 2:30 PM - 10:30 PM, Friday (Second Shift)
• Standard Hours
  
  • 2:15 PM - 12:15 AM PM (2nd Shift)

What You’ll be Doing

• Operate embroidery equipment by following work instructions, job tickets, and quality standards
• Load/unload product, monitor runs, and assist with basic machine set-up and adjustments as trained
• Complete finishing steps such as trimming, cleaning, and blocking finished product to spec
• Inspect work for quality (placement, cleanliness, and overall appearance) and report issues to the supervisor/lead
• Keep work area organized and clean; follow 5S/housekeeping expectations
• Follow all safety protocols and wear required PPE
• Support other embroidery-related tasks and production needs as assigned

What We Need

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Team-first mindset with clear communication skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and follow directions
• Ability to follow safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment
• Comfortable performing physical labor, including standing for long periods and repetitive motions