Embroidery Machine Operator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jul 22, 2026.
Description
Vantage Apparel is the nation’s top source for custom logo apparel, outfitting and decorating for some of the most well-known brands in the world. When you see an employee wearing a shirt with a logo, there is a very good chance the product, or the decoration, was done by Vantage Apparel. Since 1977, the company has been the leading B2B innovator in the promotional industry and has embroidered and printed more than 100 million logos for the corporate, collegiate, golf, resort, and licensed products markets. In 2021, Vantage Apparel was awarded its 25th consecutive PPAI Gold Pyramid Award for Supplier Decorating in the category of embroidery and has been the only company to win the ASI Distributor Choice Award for Decorated Apparel since its inception 12 years ago.
The Embroidery Machine Operator is the individual responsible for producing high quality embroidery on various garments and other soft goods.
The Embroidery Machine Operator will:
- Own all aspects of production and quality control of the jobs assigned to him or her.
- Read and understand work order for job being produced. Pick appropriate thread color based on embroidery instructions.
- Use appropriately sized embroidery hoop and backing size based on the size of the logo.
- Monitor the embroidery process to detect any potential defects in the process, and notify appropriate personnel of malfunction.
- Address any concerns over quality or job set-up to Embroidery Team Leader.
- Follow production schedule, and advise Production Coordinator of any production issues.
- Ensure safety policies are being followed.
- Foster a positive work environment and a Vantage work culture.
- Be trained and ready to jump in any position in case of need or absences and keep abreast for new techniques.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
- A self-start with problem solving skills.
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment, ability to prioritize and multitask.
- Must be able to read and understand embroidery directions in English.
REQUIREMENTS
- Related experience preferred.
- Available work shift: 1st shift
COME JOIN OUR TEAM -- WE OFFER:
- Competitive package
- Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision, etc.) after 30 days
- PTO (paid time off)
- Paid Holidays
- Savings & Retirement
Salary Description
16.50