embroiderer.

Production & Stitching: Execute embroidery designs accurately, following patterns, specifications, or client orders. This may involve using various traditional hand-stitching techniques (like cross-stitch, satin stitch, or appliqu??) or operating and monitoring multi-head computerized embroidery machines.

Design Interpretation: Read and interpret design files, patterns, logos, or client sketches to determine thread colors, stitch types, density, and placement.

Machine Operation (for Machine Embroiderers):

Set up and program embroidery machines, including adjusting settings, digitizing designs, changing threads, and replacing needles.

Select and load the appropriate fabric, thread, and materials (like stabilizers or backings) for each project.

Perform hooping/framing techniques to secure the material tautly for consistent stitching.

Monitor the machine during the stitching process to ensure quality, proper tension, and consistency.

Quality Control: Inspect finished products for defects, errors, or inconsistencies, ensuring they meet client specifications and quality standards.

Maintenance: Perform routine cleaning, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting and repair of embroidery equipment.

Client/Team Collaboration (in some roles): Work with clients, designers, or manufacturers to clarify design requirements, provide advice on thread and color selection, or suggest design modifications for production feasibility.

Inventory & Documentation: Keep track of project orders, materials, and supplies, and maintain production logs.

Working hours: 6:00 AM - 2:45 PM

Skills:
Stitcher, Seamstress, sewer, quilter, needleworker, and Tailor

Education:
Trade

Experience:
1-4 years

Qualifications:
Attention to Detail & Precision: Critical for producing high-quality, precise, and consistent stitching and for noticing subtle defects.

Technical Skill:

Proficiency in either hand embroidery techniques or in operating and maintaining industrial embroidery machines.

Knowledge of various threads, needles, fabrics, and stabilizers.

For machine operators, good troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and fixing machine malfunctions.

Patience and Dexterity: The ability to perform repetitive, meticulous tasks for extended periods. Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity are crucial, especially for hand embroidery.

Color Theory and Aesthetics: A good eye for color differentiation, composition, and combining hues in an appealing way.

Time Management: Ability to manage workflow and complete orders within set deadlines.

Communication: Great interpersonal skills for clarifying orders and communicating effectively with clients or team members.


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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).