What are the responsibilities and job description for the Embroidery Machine Operator position at Benson Integrated Marketing Solutions, Inc?
Are you tired of working most weekends and holidays? Do you want to be part of a company that makes work fun and appreciates every team member? Do you want to work in a climate-controlled environment?
At Benson, we care about our team members and provide ample time to spend with family and friends. Our team members' typical work schedule is Monday-Friday with 11 paid holidays, 13 PTO days (with increased accrual overtime) PLUS a company-wide Christmas break.
You would be working with state-of-the-art printing equipment to create something unique and personal for our clients. Our Team Member’s also work in a clean, safe, and climate-controlled environment. Our warehouse is both air-conditioned (for sweltering summer days) and heated (for the frigid winter ones). We also offer all team members an On-Site Fitness Facility, Coca-Cola Freestyle Machine (at no cost to you), Indoor Courtyard, and a Self-Service food market.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
Opportunities for growth and career development
Competitive salary with bonus structure
Generous PTO package PLUS a paid holiday break from Christmas Eve to after New Year’s Day
On-Site Fitness Facility
401(k) with company match
Employee assistance program
Volunteer program to earn up to 16 hours of additional PTO
Health, Dental, and Vision
Voluntary Life, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Health Saving Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Pet Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Accident & Critical Illness Plans
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About Benson
Benson is a national leading Centralized Marketing Platform providing various marketing products and services within the multi-family industry. Our corporate office is located in Alpharetta, GA within a modern-style 110,000 square foot facility.
What Makes Us Different?
The Benson Integrated Marketing System is delivered to property operators and marketing executives through four proprietary components:
Online Smart Stores
Multi-Channel Marketing
Dedicated Customer Experience Teams
Analytics
Benson’s superior capabilities include award-winning products and services in the following categories:
Promotional Products
Customized Apparel
Print Services
Signage including Permanent and Temporary Structures
Creative Design Services
The best part? We produce the products in our facility to ship directly to our clients!
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We are looking for an Embroidery Operator in our Apparel Department. This is a 2nd shift position with hours of Monday - Friday from 2:00 pm to 11:00 pm. Candidates should also be available for occasional overtime, including nights and weekends.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Carefully reads job ticket to identify correct embroidery decoration, placement, and garment/textile to be embroidered to assure the maximum level of quality
Prepares machine for garment/textile; loads digitized files into machine network, ensures the correct color(s) of thread is/are on machine for requested design, manually changes needles when appropriate, and adjusts and regulates machine tension when needed
Prepares garments/textiles for the machine: hoops the garment/textile in the correct location using the correct backing for material of the item. Ensures garment/textile is placed on the machine securely
Determines the design orientation and enter it into the machine to reflect the direction of the sew out
Starts the machine and prepares the next set garments/textiles for embroidery (i.e. hooping)
Observes embroidery operation to detect defects in stitching that indicate machine malfunction and notifies Lead Operator
Repairs defective embroidery or fills in blanks left by the machine
When the machine has finished decoration, inspects the garment/textile, trims loose threads and removes backing
Performs thorough quality inspection on all outgoing orders
Performs routine machine maintenance, including daily oiling and lint control using compressed air system
Identifies workflow and process inefficiencies, recommends solutions to Management, and participates in resolutions
Maintains a clean and organized workspace
Works cooperatively with other team members to meet goals
Demonstrates a positive and professional attitude
Follows all safety protocols
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Carefully reads job ticket to identify correct embroidery decoration, placement, and garment/textile to be embroidered to assure the maximum level of quality
Prepares machine for garment/textile; loads digitized files into machine network, ensures the correct color(s) of thread is/are on machine for requested design, manually changes needles when appropriate, and adjusts and regulates machine tension when needed
Prepares garments/textiles for the machine: hoops the garment/textile in the correct location using the correct backing for material of the item. Ensures garment/textile is placed on the machine securely
Determines the design orientation and enter it into the machine to reflect the direction of the sew out
Starts the machine and prepares the next set garments/textiles for embroidery (i.e. hooping)
Observes embroidery operation to detect defects in stitching that indicate machine malfunction and notifies Lead Operator
Repairs defective embroidery or fills in blanks left by the machine
When the machine has finished decoration, inspects the garment/textile, trims loose threads and removes backing
Performs thorough quality inspection on all outgoing orders
Performs routine machine maintenance, including daily oiling and lint control using compressed air system
Identifies workflow and process inefficiencies, recommends solutions to Management, and participates in resolutions
Maintains a clean and organized workspace
Works cooperatively with other team members to meet goals
Demonstrates a positive and professional attitude
Follows all safety protocols
Performs other duties as assigned
Be available for occasional overtime, including nights and weekends
Be available for occasional overtime, including nights and weekends
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Preferred high school diploma or equivalent
Work Experience: Preferred 2-3 years of apparel experience or machine operation experience
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, COMPETENCIES:
Strong understanding of Benson’s commonly-used concepts, practices and procedures within the apparel embroidery process
Acute attention to detail
Capability to understand and follow job instructions, both verbal and written
Adaptable to multiple areas of apparel production
Working in a production environment in a safe and productive way
Ability to meet company’s high quality control standards
Working effectively and efficiently within a fast-paced environment without compromising quality
Completing repetitive tasks
Fluent in both written and verbal communication within the English language
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Working in a production environment
Regularly lifts and carries very heavy objects
Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, and grasping
Standing for longer periods of time
Handling and assembling small parts
Vision abilities are required to confirm product accuracy
Education: Preferred high school diploma or equivalent
Work Experience: Preferred 2-3 years of apparel experience or machine operation experience
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, COMPETENCIES:
Strong understanding of Benson’s commonly-used concepts, practices and procedures within the apparel embroidery process
Acute attention to detail
Capability to understand and follow job instructions, both verbal and written
Adaptable to multiple areas of apparel production
Working in a production environment in a safe and productive way
Ability to meet company’s high quality control standards
Working effectively and efficiently within a fast-paced environment without compromising quality
Completing repetitive tasks
Fluent in both written and verbal communication within the English language
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Working in a production environment
Regularly lifts and carries very heavy objects
Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, and grasping
Standing for longer periods of time
Handling and assembling small parts
Vision abilities are required to confirm product accuracy
Disclaimer: This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs’ essential functions.
