Spreader Operator (Union)

Fanatics Commerce; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 44,083,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Job summary

Fanatics Commerce is seeking a Spreader Operator to load, run, and maintain spreading equipment, building precise fabric spreads for licensed apparel production. You will verify yardage, check ply height, and ensure defect-free material progresses to cutting, contributing to on-time global fan experiences.

Join a bold, innovative team focused on data-driven improvements, efficiency, and high-output performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment at our Easton, PA site.

Qualifications

• Able to lift up to 45 lbs and stand for extended periods during production shifts.
• Able to read and write in English to interpret cut tickets and complete paperwork.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Strong attention to detail to identify fabric defects and ensure spread accuracy against tickets.
• Experience in a cut-and-sew or apparel manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load, operate, and maintain spreading equipment to create precise fabric spreads according to cut tickets and specifications.
• Verify fabric accuracy and document yardage and roll data to ensure quality control.
• Identify and address fabric defects or roll discrepancies before reaching the cutting stage.
• Collaborate with supervisors and teammates to maintain daily spread targets and high output.
• Complete required production paperwork accurately, including yardage logs and dye lot records.
• Maintain safety and organization at the workstation and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Lift 45 lbs

English literacy

Overtime availability

Attention to detail

Production environment experience

Job description

Fanatics Commerce is the global leader in licensed sports merchandise, operating a vertically integrated platform that designs, manufactures, and delivers officially licensed apparel, jerseys, headwear, and collectibles for major leagues, teams, and events worldwide. With more than 900 e-commerce sites and a global omnichannel presence across digital, in-venue, and retail, Fanatics Commerce reaches fans in over 180 countries and powers official fan experiences for many of the world's most iconic sports properties.

At Fanatics, we bring our BOLD Leadership Principles to life every day - building championship teams, obsessing over fans, acting with entrepreneurial speed, and delivering with a determined and relentless mindset.

As we continue to scale our global platform, the Spreader Operator will play a critical role in ensuring accurate, high-quality fabric spreading and cutting operations that support on-time licensed apparel production.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Spreader Operator is responsible for loading, operating, and maintaining spreading equipment to build precise fabric spreads that meet quality standards and cutting specifications. This role verifies fabric accuracy against cut tickets, documents yardage and roll data, and ensures defect-free material reaches the cutting stage. The Spreader Operator delivers business and fan impact through BOLD leadership and execution excellence, leveraging data, automation, and AI-enabled insights.

HOW WILL YOU DRIVE IMPACT

Success is measured by the ability to deliver results through BOLD capabilities and measurable outcomes.

Team & Leadership Impact (Build Championship Teams)

• Collaborate with supervisors and production teammates to coordinate fabric workflows and meet daily spread targets on time.
• Communicate clearly across the production floor to flag fabric issues, roll discrepancies, or equipment concerns before they impact downstream cutting operations.
• Support a culture of accountability by consistently following instructions, maintaining organized workstations, and contributing to a reliable, high-output team environment.

Fan & Customer Impact (Obsessed with Fans)

• Ensure the correct fabric is matched to each cut sheet so that every officially licensed garment meets the quality fans expect.
• Check spreads for fabric defects and verify ply height to prevent quality issues from advancing to finished product.
• Uphold accuracy in spread construction so that licensed apparel reaching fans reflects the standards of the world's most iconic sports properties.
• Contribute to on-time production output that enables Fanatics Commerce to fulfill fan orders reliably across global channels.

Innovation & Problem Solving (Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit)

• Identify fabric defects and spread irregularities early in the production process, proposing immediate corrective actions to minimize waste and rework.
• Look for opportunities to improve spreading efficiency, such as optimizing roll loading sequences or reducing fabric waste through precise measurements.
• Apply attention to detail and pattern recognition to catch dye lot inconsistencies or cut ticket mismatches before they compound downstream.
• Embrace new equipment, tools, or process improvements introduced to the production floor with a curiosity-driven, solutions-oriented mindset.

Ownership & Execution (Determined & Relentless Mindset)

• Operate spreading equipment with precision, maintaining consistent edge quality and ply counts that meet production standards every shift.
• Complete all required paperwork accurately, including yardage logs, roll counts, dye lot records, and cut ticket documentation, with no shortcuts.
• Manage physical demands of the role — including lifting up to 45 lbs and sustained standing — with discipline and reliability across full production shifts, including overtime as required.
• Take personal ownership of assigned spread work from fabric matching through table pull-down, ensuring each spread is ready for the cutting machine without delay.

We are building a future-ready organization. This role is expected to:

• Apply AI and technology to improve efficiency, quality, and outcomes
• Use data and digital tools to inform decisions and enhance performance
• Demonstrate curiosity and adaptability in adopting new technologies and ways of working
• Contribute to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement

CAPABILITIES & EXPERIENCE YOU BRING

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs and stand for extended periods throughout a full production shift.
• Ability to read and write in the English language to accurately interpret cut tickets, complete production paperwork, and follow written instructions.
• Availability and flexibility to work a production shift with overtime as necessary.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify fabric defects, verify ply heights, and ensure spread accuracy against cut tickets.
• Organized and self-directed, with the ability to follow multi-step instructions and maintain a structured, efficient workstation.
• Demonstrated reliability and a production-oriented mindset suited to a fast-paced, physically demanding manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience operating spreading equipment or working in a cut-and-sew or apparel manufacturing environment preferred.

WORK LOCATION

On-site: Your work location will be onsite in Easton, PA.

At Fanatics, we operate with a BOLD mindset - We Build Championship Teams, we’re Obsessed with Fans, we embrace a Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit, and we approach every challenge with a Determined and Relentless Mindset. If you’re ready to contribute to a dynamic, fast-paced environment that thrives on collaboration and growth, we want you to be part of our team. ABOUT US Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally. ABOUT THE TEAM Fanatics Commerce is a leading designer, manufacturer, and seller of licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods. It operates a vertically-integrated platform of digital and physical capabilities for leading sports leagues, teams, colleges, and associations globally – as well as its flagship site, www.f