Part-Time Embroidery Specialist — Precision & Quality

FIGS; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

FIGS is seeking a Part-Time Suture Specialist (Embroidery Machine Operator) to manage embroidery operations at our Rice Village Community Hub. You will handle in-Hub embroidery orders, maintain and clean machines, and ensure quality of finished garments.

The role requires independent work, multi-project management, and a solid understanding of embroidery machines. Reports to the Store General Manager and requires weekend availability.

Qualifications

• Flexible schedule with availability on weekends.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting embroidery machines (Barudan a plus).
• Experience with single-head embroidery machines.
• Technical proficiency in embroidery software (Wilcom, Pulse, or equivalent).
• Proficiency with computer software for editing designs.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and complete embroidery orders accurately.
• Set up embroidery machines (design loading, thread selection, hooping, trimming, packaging).
• Track and communicate order status with the retail team.
• Inspect merchandise against order specs; perform adjustments or repairs as needed.
• Steam and prepare garments for customers.
• Oversee embroidery workflow to prioritize and assign jobs for on-time completion.
• Establish and monitor embroidery quality standards.
• Train and mentor embroidery team members on machine operations and safety.
• Ensure safety protocols in embroidery production.
• Collaborate with store leadership and HQ teams on trends, machine performance, and feedback.
• Perform minor machine repairs, cleaning, and oiling; coordinate maintenance.
• Keep work area clean and organized; manage supplies and inventory.
• Assist store leadership with non-embroidery tasks including sales and operations.

Skills

Embroidery operations

Barudan experience

Embroidery software

Troubleshooting

Time management

Multi-tasking

Bilingual advantage

Tools

Wilcom

Pulse

Job description

FIGS is seeking a Part-Time Suture Specialist (Embroidery Machine Operator) to manage embroidery operations at our Rice Village Community Hub. You will handle in-Hub embroidery orders, maintain and clean machines, and ensure quality of finished garments.

The role requires independent work, multi-project management, and a solid understanding of embroidery machines. Reports to the Store General Manager and requires weekend availability.