Embroidery Machine Operator

apprenticely is helping outdoor cap hire an embroidery machine operator in bentonville, ar.

about the employer:

outdoor cap and junk brands is a dedicated organization with a passion for all things headwear. Committed to creating high-quality products known for our careful attention to detail and craftsmanship. We are seeking a skilled individual to join our team and contribute to the creation of our premium.

pay: $15 - $17 an hour

job summary: as an essential player you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and high-quality production of our products. You will be responsible for operating and maintaining equipment such as, but not limited to, measuring tools, heat gun, embroidery and sewing tools, and sewing machines. To be successful in this role, you should be able to follow detailed instructions, and contribute to a positive and productive work environment.

• upholds the company values: acts with integrity; works together as a team; and treats teammates with respect.
• maintains a clean, organized and safety conscious work area.
• ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and work orders (in english).
• ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations with co-workers and/or supervisors.
• basic math: ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one-or two-step instructions.
• ability to learn quickly, adapt to change, work at a fast pace, keep a positive attitude and manage multiple deadlines.
• attention to detail.
• must be able to work with little absenteeism and available for overtime as needed.
• performs other responsibilities that may be assigned.

• high school diploma or general education degree preferred, but not mandatory.
• embroidery, sewing and/or digitizing experience desired, but not mandatory.
• very basic computer knowledge helpful; uses in-house programs (example: exenta, quickturn, netsuite, shopify)

• must follow all safety protocols.
• perform routine housekeeping tasks and safety checks.
• interpret work orders, paying close attention to all details to ensure product is completed correctly with the highest standard of accuracy and quality and reflects artwork.
• use proper tools/supplies for each task to ensure safe working conditions and good quality product. Reports items that need to be replaced.
• contribute to quality control by inspecting materials and finished products. Interpret sops and only pass good product. Understand what product can be reworked/corrected and what has to be scrapped.
• prepares and organizes for production confirming that all order requirements are met.
• inspects and prepares all finished product for shipping (qc, trim, package).
• able to demonstrate competencies for various machinery / techniques for next level.
• understand/communicate pass v fail cap (loose threads, crooked art, etc and bad caps).
• ability to read po to match art, cap style, cap color, cap size, cap dim, special instructions, packing instructions.
• adhere to safety protocols for assigned equipment and all production areas (ex. Turning off heat guns at break).
• should be able to pass a dexterity test, interpret work orders.
• machine operator cross trained to use a combination of equipment. Troubleshoots simple machine faults; troubleshoots embroidery defects.
• perform regular maintenance and cleaning of machines.
• trained in all hat types: structured, unstructured, knits, buckets, boonies, golf, straw.
• trained in all embroidery types: flat, 3d, 3d chain stitch, bean stitch.
• able to hoop for front only, front/side, and backs.
• develop workstation efficiency.

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