Machine Operator - Embroidery

Herff Jones • Arcola, IL

7d • $18 • Onsite

About The Position

The Herff Jones Cap and Gown team, based in Arcola IL, is looking for a Machine Operator to join our team. Reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor, you will be responsible for learning the machines to provide optimal production in the department. At Herff Jones, we may have been around for 100 years, but we still have the mentality of a scrappy startup. For you, that means your job may grow and change over time. But don’t worry, we would never ask an employee to take on an assignment they didn’t already have the right skill sets they needed to succeed. As we see it for right now, however, here are the challenges that we want you to tackle: Will learn to inspect all component parts to make certain they meet our quality standards and correspond to the bundling ticket. Will learn how to operate the automated machinery in your department. Will learn about all product lines. Responsible for finished product meeting all quality standards. Responsible for cleaning machine, etc. to meet the machine’s needs. Work in other departments and work areas/machinery as needed.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills.
• Self-motivated.
• Reading, writing and math skills commensurate with job duties.
• Able to recognize colors and different cloth styles.
• Able to work all mandatory overtime.
• High School Diploma/GED

Responsibilities

• Inspect all component parts to make certain they meet quality standards and correspond to the bundling ticket.
• Operate the automated machinery in your department.
• Learn about all product lines.
• Ensure finished product meets all quality standards.
• Clean machine, etc. to meet the machine’s needs.
• Work in other departments and work areas/machinery as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED