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L2 Brands

Embroidery Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Hanover, PA · On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

Embroidery Operator 1st Shift Hanover, PA About L2 Brands At L2 Brands, we make the gear people love to wear. For more than 30 years, we've been designing and delivering high-quality, custom-logo ...

DF Grafix Inc

Embroidery Operator

Poway, CA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr (+ commission)

Operate multiple embroidery machines * Full time position starting at 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. * Afternoon shifts available 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. * Must have experience * Spanish speaking welcomed

Embroidery Express

Embroidery Machine Operator

Atlanta, GA

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

Embroidery Express is seeking an Embroidery Machine Operator to join our team! You will help oversee operational activities and ensure excellent quality control. Responsibilities include, but not ...

Galls

Retail Embroidery Operator

Austin, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

As a Seamstress and Embroidery Operator at Galls you will be hands-on altering our nation's Public Safety professionals uniforms and equipment. You will ensure all measurements and fittings are done ...

MPC Promotions

Embroidery Operator

Louisville, KY · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

Operate embroidery machines to create designated garments and pieces. Load and ready fabric, threads, needles, and goods. Follow style, color, and design guidelines to create standard products. MPC ...

Bergman Incentives

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Experienced Embroidery Machine Operator

Omaha, NE · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Embroidery Operator Embroidery operator utilizes embroidery machine(s) to place logos and personalization on garments, hats and bags. Working with these garments includes hooping, steaming, folding ...

L2 Brands

Embroidery Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Hanover, PA · On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

Description Embroidery Operator 1st Shift Hanover, PA About L2 Brands At L2 Brands, we make the gear people love to wear. For more than 30 years, we've been designing and delivering high-quality ...

Galls

Retail Embroidery Operator

Austin, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

As a Seamstress and Embroidery Operator at Galls you will be hands-on altering our nation's Public Safety professionals' uniforms and equipment. You will ensure all measurements and fittings are done ...

L2 Brands

Embroidery Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Hanover, PA · On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

Embroidery Operator 1st Shift Hanover, PA About L2 Brands At L2 Brands, we make the gear people love to wear. For more than 30 years, we've been designing and delivering high-quality, custom-logo ...

Embroidery Express

Embroidery Machine Operator

Atlanta, GA

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

Embroidery Express is seeking an Embroidery Machine Operator to join our team! You will help oversee operational activities and ensure excellent quality control. Responsibilities include, but not ...

511 Inc

Embroidery Operator 1st Shift

Manteca, CA

$19.50/hr

We're looking for an Embroidery Operator to join our Custom Shop team. In this role, you'll operate commercial embroidery equipment to customize apparel and gear while ensuring every order meets our ...

Imperial

OPERATOR EMBROIDERY

Winona, MO · On-site

$15/hr

Imperial is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Embroidery Operator to join our production team. In this hands-on role, you'll support the embroidery process by operating machines, maintaining a ...

Club Colors

Embroidery Machine Operator

Hoffman Estates, IL · On-site

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

Whether you're an experienced embroidery operator or looking to start a new career, we provide training and support to help you succeed. Job Summary: Club Colors is seeking Embroidery Machine ...

Kingdom Solutions LLC

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Apparel Embroidery Operator

Essex Junction, VT · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

Apparel Decorator (Embroidery) Position Description East Coast Printers in Essex Jct, VT is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Apparel Decorator to join our dynamic team, specifically in the ...

Kingdom Solutions LLC

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Apparel Embroidery Operator

Essex Junction, VT · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

Apparel Decorator (Embroidery) Position Description East Coast Printers in Essex Jct, VT is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Apparel Decorator to join our dynamic team, specifically in the ...

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How much do embroidery operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for embroidery operator in the United States is $16.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an embroidery operator?

An embroidery operator controls a machine that embroiders textiles, such as cloth and other fabric used for making garments like uniforms, with decorations, such as labels, beads, or pearls. As an embroidery operator, your duties are to calibrate and control the embroidering machine settings or to oversee sewing embroidery by hand when the job requires it. Other responsibilities include ensuring that the embroidery machine is maintained and that you address all minor repairs or inform your supervisor when a persistent issue occurs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an embroidery operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Embroidery Operator, you need strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and a basic understanding of fabric types, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with embroidery machines, digitizing software, and maintenance tools is typically required. Dependability, problem-solving ability, and effective communication are valuable soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure high-quality output, minimal machine downtime, and efficient collaboration within production teams.

What are some common challenges faced by embroidery operators and how can they be addressed?

Embroidery Operators often encounter challenges such as thread breakage, machine malfunctions, and ensuring precise alignment of designs on various fabrics. Staying attentive to machine maintenance schedules and regularly cleaning equipment can help minimize downtime. Additionally, careful preparation of materials and proactive troubleshooting of minor issues can improve efficiency and the quality of finished products. Collaborating with designers and production teams also ensures that specifications are met and any design adjustments are communicated effectively.

What is the difference between Embroidery Operator vs Sewing Machine Operator?

AspectEmbroidery OperatorSewing Machine Operator
CredentialsBasic training or certification in embroidery techniquesBasic sewing skills, sometimes certification in sewing or textile work
Work EnvironmentManufacturing or custom embroidery shops, textile factoriesGarment factories, textile manufacturing, upholstery production
Job TasksDesigning and operating embroidery machines to add decorative stitchingOperating sewing machines to assemble or alter garments and textiles

Embroidery Operators focus on decorative stitching and embroidery design, often requiring specific training in embroidery techniques. Sewing Machine Operators handle general sewing tasks, including garment assembly and fabric stitching. While both roles involve machine operation in textile settings, their specific skills and tasks differ, making them distinct but related positions in the textile industry.

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Embroidery Machine Operator - 1st Shift

L2 Brands

Hanover, PA • On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Description: Embroidery Operator 1st Shift

Hanover, PA 


About L2 Brands

At L2 Brands, we make the gear people love to wear. For more than 30 years, we’ve been designing and delivering high-quality, custom-logo apparel, headwear, and home décor for the Collegiate, Resort/Destination, Golf, and Corporate markets. Through our lifestyle brands — League, Legacy, Ouray, Locale and Wild Tribute — we help fans, travelers, golfers, and employees show pride in the schools, destinations, traditions, and workplaces that matter to them. If you’ve ever thrown on a favorite college hoodie or souvenir hat, there’s a good chance we had something to do with it.

Embroidery Operator 1st Shift

As an Embroidery Machine Operator you are responsible for operating a multi-head industrial embroidery machine, ensuring high-quality embroidery on headwear while meeting daily production metrics. This position reports to the Embroidery Supervisor, with performance monitored by both the Production Manager and the Embroidery Supervisor.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  1. Embroider front, side, and rear locations on Legacy, Locale, and Ouray headwear, maintaining precise attention to detail for each placement.
  2. Operate a Barudan 15-head embroidery machine, including reading work orders, programming and loading the machine, troubleshooting embroidery issues, performing basic machine maintenance (cleaning, oiling, threading needles), and monitoring bobbin tensions.
  3. Hoop 200–450 hats per shift, depending on experience and type of work.
  4. Demonstrate knowledge of thread types and colors, headwear styles, and embellishment techniques.
  5. Recognize and ensure high-quality work, including accurate logo placement, applique positioning, and consistent embroidery quality.
  6. Adhere to safety standards and report any safety concerns to management.
  7. Communicate questions or concerns promptly to the floor lead or supervisor.

Other Responsibilities:

  1. Participate in special projects as needed.
  2. Maintain positive working relationships that align with the company’s Core Values and profitability goals.
  3. Represent the company professionally both internally and externally.
  4. Perform other duties as assigned by senior management.

Competencies:

  • Excellent time management, judgment, and ability to manage multiple priorities with a positive, can-do attitude.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented.
  • Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills across all organizational levels.
  • Highly productive, hands-on team player with a sense of urgency.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to understand how individual responsibilities fit into the bigger picture.
  • Able to collaborate across departments to achieve results.
  • Adaptable and able to integrate effectively into a strong corporate culture.
  • Honest, forthright, flexible, and coachable.
  • Strong understanding of L2 Brands’ products.
  • Commitment to the company’s vision, values, and brand.

Work Environment:

  • This role operates in a production environment using industrial embroidery machines and standard embroidery tools.

Physical Demands:

  • Requires close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Regularly required to talk and hear.
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds.
  • On your feet up to 10 hours per day, with excellent hand/wrist dexterity and frequent bending at the waist.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work:

  • Full-time position.
  • 1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Requirements: