Embroidery Machine Operator

This is a brand-new position, created following the purchase of a 4-head industrial embroidery machine. You will be the sole embroidery machine operator on-site, taking ownership of the setup, operation, and day-to-day running of the embroidery machine. While initial support will be provided during installation, this role is ideal for someone confident in their ability to load/set up and run embroidery machines who can bring expertise and help establish processes.

Job duties:

* Setting up and operating a 4-head / multi-head embroidery machine

* Loading garments and preparing materials for production

* Managing embroidery runs from start to finish

* Ensuring high-quality output across all garments

* Troubleshooting basic machine or production issues

* Assisting with the setup and optimisation of the embroidery process

* Supporting wider production duties when required: Heat press operation, vinyl cutting, garment preparation and finishing, packing and preparing orders for dispatch

* Working to deadlines and managing multiple production orders

* Quality checking finished products

Skills & experience required:

* Previous experience operating industrial embroidery machines

* Hands-on experience with machine setup, running production and loading materials

* Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of a new function

* Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Salary: £26,000 to £30,000 based on experience

Location: Horsham

Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm

Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy