Machine Operator - 1st Shift
About The Position
The Tyndale Company is seeking a detail-oriented Embroidery Machine Operator to join their production team. This hands-on role involves creating high-quality, customized garments by operating embroidery equipment, ensuring accurate logo application and adherence to quality standards. Responsibilities include setting up garments and designs, monitoring production, and inspecting finished embroidery. No prior embroidery machine experience is necessary. This is an opportunity for dependable individuals comfortable with new technology and hands-on work to develop specialized production skills.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Ability to consistently produce accurate, high-quality work
- Ability to remain focused and attentive while operating production equipment
- Basic computer skills and ability to learn specialized production software
- Ability to meet established production standards while maintaining quality expectations
- Ability to safely lift up to 20 pounds without assistance
Nice To Haves
- Previous embroidery machine experience
- Knowledge of fabrics and their characteristics
- Experience with embroidery software or Microsoft Excel
Responsibilities
- Organize daily workflow to support efficient, on-time embroidery production
- Review work orders to identify the correct logo, colors, placement, and embroidery specifications for each garment
- Prepare garments for embroidery by properly positioning and securing embroidery hoops
- Scan work orders and enter the appropriate designs and specifications into embroidery equipment using specialized software
- Verify logo placement and alignment before beginning production
- Operate and closely monitor embroidery machines to ensure equipment is functioning properly and garments are produced accurately
- Inspect finished embroidery for quality, placement, alignment, and consistency
- Identify production or equipment issues and partner with production leadership to resolve them
- Perform routine daily maintenance on embroidery equipment
- Trim backing materials from garments as needed during production
- Maintain appropriate levels of thread, backing, and other supplies at the workstation
- Communicate and collaborate with team members to keep production moving efficiently
- Meet established production and quality standards
- Support additional production projects and responsibilities as needed
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive premiums
- Paid parental leave
- Mental health support through an EAP and partial reimbursement on copays
- Fertility support
- Robust wellness programs with annual reimbursements
- Generous PTO
- Paid holidays
- A floating holiday
- Competitive salary
- 401(k) with matching
- Bonus opportunities
- Training/certification/tuition reimbursement programs
- Demonstrated paths for knowledge share and internal promotion opportunity
- Family-owned values
- Award winning culture
- Team-engagement events
- Casual dress code
- Company-sponsored charitable events and activities
- Inclusive workplace that values collaboration and integrity
- Annual footwear stipend
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
