Operator, Embroidery

About the role

Workwear Outfitters is a global leader in work apparel and footwear, serving diverse industries including automotive, manufacturing, oil and gas, utilities, government, food services, telecommunications, hospitality, and more. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, the company has over $800 million in sales and employs more than 5,800 people across its global network. Brands under the Workwear Outfitters umbrella include Red Kap®, Bulwark®, Image Authority®, Kodiak®, Terra®, Walls®, Liberty ®, Work Authority®, Workrite® Fire Service, Chef Designs®, and Horace Small®. The company is also the exclusive licensee for Dickies® apparel in the B2B channel.

Responsibilities

• Check in garments when they arrive.
• Load design onto the machine via computer.
• Hoop garment or item while machine is running prepping for the next run.
• Operate machines while trimming the backing.
• Learn how to adjust tensions for better sewing quality.
• Fix errors if needed on items.
• Attend to detail and multitask.
• Maintain a safe, efficient, and clean work environment.

Requirements

• Sewing / embroidery experience is helpful but not required.
• Basic communication skills to include reading, speaking, and understanding English and basic math skills.
• The physical ability to stand and walk up to 100% of the work shift.
• The physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Specific vision abilities required of the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to handle multiple tasks.
• Must follow directions well.
• Ability to work overtime – including work on weekends, when needed.
• Good attendance is a must.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Life and disability coverage.
• 401K plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• and many others.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Second shift hours: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Overtime may be required daily and on Saturdays.