Embroidery Machine Operator

Job Summary

The Embroidery Machine Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining embroidery machines to produce high-quality embroidered products. The role includes machine setup, hooping, thread management, quality inspection, routine maintenance, and achieving daily production targets while following safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate embroidery machines efficiently as per production plans.
• Set up machines, including loading designs, selecting needles, and assigning thread colours.
• Hoop garments and other materials accurately to ensure proper embroidery placement.
• Select and use the correct stabiliser and topping (Solvy) based on fabric type.
• Monitor machine performance during production and resolve minor issues such as thread breaks, needle breaks, and bobbin replacement.
• Conduct first-piece approval before bulk production.
• Inspect embroidered products for quality, alignment, thread tension, and finishing.
• Meet daily production targets while maintaining quality standards.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and ensure machines are kept in good working condition.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the work area.
• Follow production processes, safety guidelines, and quality standards at all times.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of computerized embroidery machine operation.
• Understanding of embroidery threads, needles, stabilisers, toppings, and different fabric types.
• Ability to read job sheets and embroidery specifications.
• Good attention to detail and quality orientation.
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot basic machine and embroidery-related issues.
• Basic computer knowledge is an added advantage.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum: 10th/12th Pass or ITI.
• Certificate or formal training in embroidery is preferred.

Experience

• 1-3 years of experience operating computerized embroidery machines.
• Experience with machines such as Brother, Tajima, Barudan, Ricoma, or similar machines will be preferred.

Working Conditions

• Factory/Production environment in Bhiwandi.
• Standing for extended periods may be required.
• Rotational shifts and overtime, depending on production requirements.
• Use of appropriate PPE and adherence to workplace safety guidelines.
• Ability to work as part of a production team and meet defined daily targets.

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