Machine Operator

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 Individuals to join our team and contribute to the creation of our premium.

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, Net Suite, Shopify).

• Must be able to stand, sit and/or walk (90% of the day) and occasionally reach, bend, and move inside the facility to move product.
• Fine motor skills: required using the wrists, hands, and fingers.
• Vision:
  Required to have close visual acuity, color vision and depth perception.
• Able to hear and effectively communicate with peers.
• Ability to lift/move/pull 10-50 lbs. occasionally throughout day.
• Moderate noise due to sewing machine operation in a warehouse setting.
• Extreme temperatures: some assignments are in a building with limited climate control.

Grade 2 Machine Operator

OC-Embroidery Machine Operator

As a Grade 2 Machine Operator at Outdoor Cap and JUNK, you will be responsible for operating embroidery machines to decorate various products. You will follow detailed instructions to ensure efficient and high-quality production. Grade 2 Machine Operator can increase earning potential by gaining skills from Step 1 to Step 5 and/or advancing to Grade 4 Production Assistant.

• Step 1:
  Entry Level Embroidery Decorator, 8-head & 12-head
• Step 2:
  Intermediate Level Embroidery Decorator
• Step 3:
  • Advanced Level Embroider Decorator
  • Intermediate Level Embroidery Decorator – Cross Train to 2 Patch Maker Operations
  • Intermediate Level Embroidery Decorator – Runs 2 head for repairs and single head for EMB samples**
• Step 4:
  Advanced level Embroidery Decorator,
  + Cross Train to 2 Patch Maker Operation
  + Runs 2 head for repairs and single head for EMB samples**

* EMB Decorator Proficiency: 8 head Embroidery Machine averages 48 hits (avg 6800 stitches) < 90 min; 12 head Embroidery Machine averages 48 hits (avg 10k stitches) < 90 min.

** Proficiency at Single head for EMB Samples includes using Shopfloor to document samples and move through sample process

• Able to do all duties required of Step 1 Production Support listed above.
• 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.
• Able to demonstrate competencies for various machinery / techniques for next level.
• Perform regular maintenance and…