ACS Operator

Lucchese•El Paso, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Lucchese Bootmaker, we craft the highest quality cowboy boots in the industry. The ACS Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining the ACS embroidery machine to produce high-quality embroidered components in accordance with work orders and production standards. This role requires strong attention to detail, technical aptitude, and the ability to maintain consistent quality in a fast-paced, production-driven manufacturing environment. The ACS Operator must align with Lucchese values, adhere to company policies, and support a safe and organized work environment.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret detailed work orders.
Strong visual acuity to identify thread color variations and stitch defects.
Good manual dexterity for threading and adjusting embroidery machines.
Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
Ability to work independently while contributing to team goals.
Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-driven manufacturing environment.
Passion and desire for excellence by consistently exceeding quality expectations.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience operating embroidery machines or similar industrial equipment.
Experience in leather goods or boot manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Receive, review, and accurately interpret embroidery work orders.
Manually set up the ACS embroidery machine by entering required job specifications into the control monitor.
Select appropriate leather, thread color, and embroidery design per work order.
Thread and prepare the embroidery machine with correct color configurations.
Load embroidery designs into the ACS system and adjust machine settings as required.
Monitor machine performance during operation to ensure consistent stitch quality and alignment.
Perform basic preventative maintenance including: Replacing needles, Cleaning machine components, Troubleshooting minor technical issues.
Inspect finished embroidered components to verify quality standards are met; identify and correct defects as necessary.
Maintain accurate production records and report completed orders to the Team Lead or Supervisor.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workstation.
Support production goals while maintaining Lucchese quality standards.
Comply with all safety, environmental, and company policies.
Perform additional duties as assigned by Supervisor.