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Lead Embroidery Operator
Location: Covington, KY
Pay: $24 - $28 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits: PTO, Health, Dental, Vision, Bonus
About Us
At JW Contract Screen, we take pride in producing high-quality embroidery that exceeds customer expectations. We are looking for a Lead Embroidery Operator to join our team and help maintain our reputation for excellence. We want to hear from you if you have a keen eye for detail, strong leadership skills, and experience operating embroidery machines!
Job Summary
The Lead Embroidery Operator oversees daily embroidery production, ensures top-tier quality, and optimizes efficiency. This role requires a proactive leader who can manage workflow, adjust embroidery design files for the best quality, troubleshoot machinery, and uphold high production standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Review production schedules and prioritize jobs for efficiency.
- Ensure accurate machine setup and material preparation.
- Assign jobs to machines for optimal productivity.
- Maintain high production speeds while ensuring quality standards.
- Set up and adjusted embroidery design files to achieve the highest quality results.
- Operate embroidery machines with precision, including techniques such as appliqué and 3D puff.
- Perform regular quality checks to ensure stitch density, thread tension, and design alignment meet standards.
- Identify and resolve production issues to maintain quality consistency.
- Train and mentor team members on embroidery processes and best practices.
- Foster teamwork and clear communication to meet deadlines effectively.
- Step in to run machines during high-demand periods to keep production on track.
- Perform routine machine maintenance to prevent downtime.
- Diagnose and fix machine-related issues to ensure uninterrupted workflow.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience: 2 years in embroidery machine operation (leadership experience a plus).
- Skills: Strong attention to detail, ability to multitask, and knowledge of embroidery techniques.
- Technical Ability: Expertise in setting up and adjusting embroidery design files for the best output.
- Speed & Efficiency: high production speeds while ensuring quality control.
- Leadership: Ability to train and guide team members effectively.
Why Join JW Contract Screen?
- Competitive hourly pay ($24 - $28 per hour)
- Complete benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, Bonus)
- Positive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunity to grow with an established and reputable company
Ready to take your embroidery career to the next level? Apply today!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Morning shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
- Overtime pay
- Performance bonus
Experience:
- Embroidery: 2 years (Required)
- Machine Setup: 2 years (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Covington, KY 41014 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Covington, KY 41014: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $28