Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Full-Time Embroidery Production Operator to join our dynamic manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating embroidery machines efficiently and accurately to produce high-quality custom apparel and accessories. Your expertise will ensure smooth production workflows, uphold quality standards, and contribute to the timely fulfillment of customer orders. This position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about manufacturing and textile customization to showcase their skills in a fast-paced environment. L&T; Custom Apparel is looking for an experienced Embroidery Production Operator to join our team.This is a hands-on production position in a busy custom apparel shop. Previous commercial embroidery experience is required. We are looking for someone who can confidently work with embroidery equipment, maintain quality and keep production moving efficiently.

Duties

- Set up and operate multiple embroidery machines, ensuring proper calibration and thread color changes for each project
- Monitor machine performance throughout production runs, making adjustments as needed to maintain quality and efficiency
- Inspect finished products for defects, ensuring all embroidered items meet company standards and customer specifications
- Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to safety protocols at all times
- Troubleshoot machine issues promptly to minimize downtime and maximize productivity
- Assist in inventory management by tracking thread supplies, stabilizers, and other materials required for embroidery projects
- Collaborate with team members to meet daily production goals and deliver high-quality embroidered products on schedule

Qualifications

- Proven experience operating embroidery or manufacturing machinery in a fast-paced environment
- Strong understanding of embroidery techniques, machine maintenance, and troubleshooting processes




- Ability to read production orders accurately and follow detailed instructions precisely
- Excellent attention to detail, with a focus on producing flawless embroidered items
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks with precision
- Strong teamwork skills and a proactive attitude toward problem-solving
- Operate commercial multi-head and single-head embroidery machines. Hoop and position garments accuratelySet up embroidery jobs and load designs.
- Work with hats, hoodies, jackets, jerseys, bags and other apparel
- Change threads, needles and bobbins as required
- Monitor embroidery throughout production
- Identify and troubleshoot common embroidery issues
- Check placement, sizing, thread colours and overall quality
- Trim, clean and finish completed garments
- Perform routine machine cleaning and maintenance
- Follow work orders carefully and ensure correct quantities are produced
- Keep the embroidery area clean and organized
- Work with the rest of the production team to meet deadlinesRequired
- Previous commercial embroidery production experience
- Knowledge of hooping, stabilizers, garment placement and thread tension
- Ability to recognize and correct embroidery quality issues
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and efficiently
- Dependable and able to manage multiple production jobs
- Experience operating Tajima embroidery machines and working with Tajima DG16 by Pulse is preferred.
- This is a full-time, in-person production position at our Nisku shop.Please apply with your resume and include details about your previous commercial embroidery experience.
- Join us in creating exceptional embroidered products that delight our customers! We are committed to fostering a supportive environment where your skills can thrive. This full-time position is paid, offering stability and growth opportunities within our innovative manufacturing team.

Pay: $18.00-$28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Perks:

- Casual dress
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Full-Time Experienced Embroidery Production Operator (Canada)
🏢 L&T Custom Apparel
📍 Canada