EMBROIDERY-MACHINE OPERATOR

Position Overview
An embroidery machine operator is a trained individual whose basic job is to make sure that industrial sized machines are
properly set up, calibrated and run to fulfil work orders. These people are skilled individuals who perform a variety of
duties to ensure that the end product is of high quality, and meets the standards that are set for it.
Working as an embroidery machine operator means that you will need to be able to perform troubleshooting and minor
repair work on the machines assigned to you. In addition to this, you will be responsible for both preventative and regular
maintenance of the machines that you work on.
Requirements
A high school diploma (or a GED equivalent) is usually sufficient to work as an embroidery machine operator. An extended
apprenticeship program or training may be required before you can work at this position though. This is highly skilled work
and requires the individual performing it to be diligent, well-organized, and exceptionally talented with thread work. In
addition to this, it is important for an embroidery machine operator to be able to follow set instructions and work in a time-
efficient manner.

Job Description for Embroidery Machine Operator Resume

Obtain work orders from supervisors to determine the type and design of embroidery designs
• Confer with customers to obtain any specific instructions on embroidery work and patterns
• Select the right type of materials to perform embroidery on, in accordance with the specifications provided on the work
order
• Calibrate and set up embroidery machines at the beginning of each shift, to ensure that it works according to standards
during the day
• Select the right type and color of threads and ensure that they are properly threaded in machine needles
• Hoop garments and fabric properly and set it under the needle to perform embroidery patterns
• Select the right type and size of embroidery stencil to use for each design and ensure that any ragged edges are cleaned
away
• Mount needles, blades and pattern plates onto embroidery machines and ensure that they are properly disconnected and
cleaned after each job
• Perform both preventative and regular maintenance on embroidery machines to ensure that they remain in good working
order

Job Description:

 1) Operates sewing machine to embroider name, initial, or decorative designs on garments, household articles, material, or
uniforms and to stitch cording, braid, or emblems on material or garments, following stamped design or working freehand
without guide or markings: Reads work order to determine type and location of embroidery.
 2) Selects size and color thread and draws it through machine guides and bobbin.

 3) Turns setscrews to regulate machine settings.

 4) Positions article under presser foot and presses pedal or knee control to start machine and control speed of sewing.

 5) Guides fabric under needle with left hand or turns handcrank under feed bed to guide material, following stamped
pattern or by freehand.

 6) Observes sewing operation to detect defects in stitching that indicate machine malfunction and notifies supervisor of
malfunction.

 7) May draw guide freehand on fabric.

 8) May pin tissue paper pattern on fabric to be used as guide.

 9) May use embroidery hoops to hold fabric taut.

 10) May smooth embroidered area, using hand iron.

 11) May repair defective embroidery or fill in blanks left by embroidery machine.

 12) May operate automatic embroidery machines with multiple sewing heads controlled by perforated pattern tape.

 13) May be designated according to type of work done as Cloth Numberer; Letterer.

 14) When operating embroidery machine to sew tape or braiding to garment to form embroidery design, may be designated
Corder.
 What skills are required for Sewing Machine Operators?

Importance Skills

Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations

to make improvements or take corrective action.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of
alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to
understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at
inappropriate times.
 Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is
working properly.

Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as
they do.

Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions
to choose the most appropriate one.

Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to
develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Operation and Control - Controlling operations of equipment or systems.

Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes
to evaluate quality or performance.

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related

documents.

 What knowledge is needed to be an Sewing Machine Operator?

Importance Knowledge

Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality

control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution
of goods.

 Work Styles

Importance Styles

Attention to Detail - Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work
tasks.

Dependability - Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling
obligations.

Cooperation - Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-
natured, cooperative attitude.

Independence - Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with
little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
Integrity - Job requires being honest and ethical.

Adaptability/Flexibility - Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to

considerable variety in the workplace.

Achievement/Effort - Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging

achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.

Concern for Others - Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being
understanding and helpful on the job.

Self Control - Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling
anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.

Persistence - Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.

Initiative - Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

Stress Tolerance - Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high
stress situations.

Innovation - Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and
answers to work-related problems.

Leadership - Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.

Social Orientation - Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being
personally connected with others on the job.

Analytical Thinking - Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related
issues and problems.