embroidery machine operator

*Embroidery Machine Operator - Full-time *

The Hockey Shop is looking for an experienced Embroidery Machine Operator to join our Team Sales Production Crew as soon as possible. You'll run our multi-head embroidery machine and produce custom apparel for teams, associations and businesses. This role needs someone who already knows their way around commercial embroidery machines and can be productive from day one.

Here's what we bring to the table:

• A work environment that is fun, supportive, and team-oriented.
• Competitive compensation and a benefits package for full-time staff.
• A great staff discount program for all the latest gear.
• Flexible scheduling: choose 4 x 10-hour shifts or 5 x 8-hour shifts.

Responsibilities:

• Process work orders and confirm all information is correct and artwork is approved and digitized.
• Confirm thread colours against the work order and design.
• Check product sizes and quantities against work order details.
• Hoop and run garments on a multi-head embroidery machine.
• Trim, fold, and bag completed garments.
• Complete quality checks to make sure every item meets our standards.
• Clean the machine and perform routine maintenance.
• Keep the work area clean and organized.
• Work independently to complete projects on schedule.

Requirements:

• Proven experience operating commercial multi-head embroidery machines.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality work.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to stay focused on repetitive, precise tasks.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Able to read work orders and communicate clearly with the team in English.
• Comfortable standing for extended periods.
• Capable of lifting boxes up to 40 lbs safely.
• Available to start immediately.

Assets:

• Experience with embroidery software.
• Basic knowledge of Photoshop or Illustrator.

About Us

The Hockey Shop is Western Canada's largest independent hockey retailer. We're a family-owned and operated store that currently consists of a team of 140 engaged team members, and we're growing (that's where you come in). We pride ourselves on our jobs being an extension of our lifestyle, with a flexible schedule of work and play. We're also a proud member of Source for Sports, a national buying group with over 160 independently owned stores across Canada.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $25 - 27/hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 10-hour shifts (4 days/week) or 8-hour shifts (5 days/week)

Pay: $25.00-$27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Store discount
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• How many years of embroidery experience do you have?
• Why are you interested in working for The Hockey Shop?

Work Location: In person