Production Operative

Embroidery Production Operative

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Horsham
• Salary: £27-30k

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Embroidery Production Operative to join an amazing team in Horsham. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, expertise in colour matching, and the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently.

Day-to-day duties of the role:

• Machine Setup: Load designs, select appropriate thread colors, and prepare needles, bobbins, and backings.
• Material Preparation: Accurately hoop, frame, and stabilise garments such as shirts, hats, and jackets to prevent shifting during the sewing process.
• Quality Control: Monitor machines during operation to detect thread breaks, tension issues, or design flaws. Inspect finished products to ensure they meet studio standards.
• Machine Maintenance: Perform routine cleaning, oiling, and part replacements to keep equipment in top working order.
• Inventory Management: Track and reorder threads, backing materials, and blank apparel to ensure production stays on schedule.
• Time Management: Balance multiple projects simultaneously to ensure orders are completed on time and to exact specifications.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience: 1–3 years of experience working with multi-head embroidery machine (e.g., Tajima, Melco, SWF) is highly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Basic computer skills and the ability to read digital work orders and digitising software.
• Physical Requirements: Comfortable standing for long periods, excellent colour vision, and the ability to lift boxes and materials.

If this sounds like the next role for please apply online now.