Embroidery Associate

Oxford Industries•Lyons, GA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This role assists the embroidery department by having working knowledge of multiple job functions within the department. The associate is responsible for performing many different tasks during a given day, contributing to the overall efficiency and quality of the embroidery process.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent work experience.
More than six months but less than one year of relevant work experience.
Good math and reading skills.
Working knowledge of sewing procedures, terminology and equipment.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to meet productivity standards.
Observes safety and security procedures.
Reports potentially unsafe conditions.
Uses equipment and materials properly.
Is consistently at work and on time.
Follows instructions, responds to management direction.
Ability to work as part of a team to ensure productivity and efficiency.
Lift and or move up to approximately 20-40 lbs. frequently or occasionally.
Bending/stooping/kneeling required frequently or occasionally.
Routine standing of approximately 8 hrs per day.
Maneuvering of Embroidery Equipment, Iron.

Responsibilities

Unpack and count garments, inspecting them for flaws or defects.
Apply garment and product labels as necessary.
Gather garments into runs for embroidery operations.
Read and follow specific embroidery instructions, ensuring logo is in the proper location and size.
Notify Manager of any errors or discrepancies.
Determine hoop size based on the logo.
Assist Embroidery Operator in obtaining proper thread color and returning thread after use.
Assist with sweeping and general clean up at the end of the day.
Set up the area for the next day’s work.
Read work order, instructions, formulas, or processing charts for setup and programming.
Ensure all garment labels match and sizing is correct.
Adjust production equipment/machinery setup.
Place spools of thread, cord, or other materials on spindles, insert bobbins, and thread ends through machine guides and components.
Position material or articles in clamps, templates, or hoop frames prior to automatic operation of machines.
Remove holding devices and finished items from machines.
Monitor machine operation to detect problems such as defective stitching, breaks in thread, or machine malfunctions.
Maintain consistent production quality.
Record quantities of materials processed.
Inspect garment to ensure proper heat level is used when pressing.
Apply secondary product as needed to assist with pressing.
Fold garment to ensure logo is properly shown and to proper specifications.
Pack garment to ensure logo is properly shown.
Inspect garment and product labels for defects or errors.