Overview

The Embroidery Machine Operator/Maintenance Tech position has dual responsibilities. Primary responsibility is to run and maintain the industrial embroidery machine. Secondary responsibility is to support maintenance with miscellaneous repairs and upkeep. Employee must be able to work independently or in a team environment.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Primary
  • Digitize engineering DXFs for embroidery machine.
  • Producing product on embroidery machine
  • Assists with troubleshooting problems and repairs with machinery.
  • Perform routine maintenance and maintain proper adjustment of machinery.
  • PMs for embroidery machine
  • Digitized document organization
  • Working with scheduling to maintain kanban levels of standard products.
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Secondary
  • Assist maintenance department with PMs.
  • Assist maintenance department with repair requests.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned.

Key Characteristics, Competencies and Skills

• Experience with industrial embroidery machines
• Experience with maintaining and fixing machines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and team working skills.
• Standard computer skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to think and act quickly for problem solving.
• Working knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery and measurement tools.
• Understanding of production procedures, manufacturing specifications, etc.
• Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g. constant use of protective gear)
• Comfortable with repeating job functions.
• Attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years related experience required.
• Strong troubleshooting/problem-solving skills

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Regular Activities:

• Prolonged periods of standing
• Must be able to lift to 25 pounds at times.
• Must be comfortable with ladders and heavy machinery.