Objective/Summary
The embroidery operator accurately decorates items in adherence to quality standards while maintaining consistent production goals.

Essential Functions
• Operates embroidery machinery following all safety protocols.
• Reviews all paperwork to accurately decorate items – any decoration/paperwork questions should be addressed with supervisor prior to starting an order.
• Adjusts thread colors, needles, and regulates machine settings to ensure quality standards are preserved.
• Carefully hoop and position items on machine during decoration process to prevent damages.
• Observes decoration process to detect defects in embroidery application indicating malfunction.
• Communicates all machine malfunctions to supervisor. May repair defective embroidery left by machine only when approved by supervisor.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Complies with all company standards as outlined in employee handbook.

Competencies
1. Thoroughness
2. Time Management
3. Technical Capacity
4. Communication Proficiency
5. Personal Accountability

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position with no supervisory responsibilities. Hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 40 hours per week. Occasional weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.