Embroidery Machine Operator

Contact person for this position:

Ronel Bakker

ronel@joblinkplacement.co.za

Website: www.joblinkplacement.co.za

Job Profile

My client in the Engineering Suppliers industry is looking for an Embroidery Machine Operator to join their team in Killarney Gardens.

You will be responsible for operating and monitoring the embroidery machine to ensure accurate setup, threading, hooping and design placement. The role is accountable for producing high-quality embroidered products in line with customer specifications, maintaining production efficiency and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

Machine operation and setup

• Operate and monitor the embroidery machine during production
• Load and change threads, needles, bobbins and backing materials as required
• Set up embroidery files and ensure correct placement, hooping and tension
• Perform daily start-up and shut-down procedures of the machine

Production and quality control

• Interpret embroidery design instructions from digitised files
• Ensure accuracy of thread colours and alignment of designs
• Monitor production runs for errors and correct issues immediately
• Conduct regular quality checks to maintain embroidery standards

Maintenance and troubleshooting

• Perform basic machine maintenance such as cleaning, oiling, first line maintenance & checking parts
• Troubleshoot thread breaks, tension issues and minor machine errors
• Report major mechanical issues to the Supervisor/Manager/Director immediately

Safety and compliance

• Follow health and safety protocols while operating machinery
• Maintain a clean and organised workstation
• Ensure safe handling of tools, accessories and materials

Documentation and reporting

• Record production output, downtime and any machine issues
• Track inventory of threads, backing and consumables
• Assist in meeting production schedules and deadlines

Know-How, Technical Skills and Experience

• Matric/Grade 12 (NQF 4) is essential
• Minimum of 2 -3 years’ experience operating multi-head embroidery machines (Ricoma experience advantageous)
• Knowledge of embroidery software and digitizing is advantageous
• Ability to read and interpret embroidery files (DST, EMB, etc.)
• Basic understanding of embroidery machine mechanics

Behavioural Competencies/Personal characteristics

•  Strong attention to detail and precision
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Time management and organisational skills

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