Apprenticely · 2 weeks ago
Embroidery Machine Operator
Bentonville, AR
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$15/hr - $17/hrApprenticely is helping Outdoor Cap hire an Embroidery Machine Operator. The role involves operating embroidery machines to ensure high-quality production of products while following detailed instructions. The operator will also maintain equipment and contribute to a positive work environment.
EmploymentNon ProfitRecruitingTraining
Responsibilities
Must follow all safety protocols
Perform routine housekeeping tasks and safety checks
Interprets 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
Able to demonstrate competencies for various machinery / techniques for next level
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
Qualification
Required
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
Must follow all safety protocols
Perform routine housekeeping tasks and safety checks
Interprets 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
Able to demonstrate competencies for various machinery / techniques for next level
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
Preferred
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)
Company
Apprenticely
Apprenticely is a non-profit company that offers employment, training, and project management services.
Founded in 2018
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$2MKey Investors
Arkansas Division of Higher Education
2024-11-14Grant· $2M
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