Production Manager, Embroidery and DTF Printing

Job Description

Job Description

• Position Summary
  The Production Manager will oversee daily production operations, operate embroidery machines and DTF heat press equipment, manage workflow, maintain quality standards, and help ensure orders are completed accurately and on time. This role is ideal for someone who has hands-on experience in embroidery and DTF production and can lead a team in a fast-paced shop environment.

  Key Responsibilities

• Experience with multi-head embroidery machines including setup, threading, hooping, loading designs, and troubleshooting
• Operate DTF heat press equipment and ensure proper temperature, pressure, placement, and timing
• Review work orders and prioritize production schedules
• Manage daily production workflow from setup through completion
• Inspect finished products for accuracy, placement, thread quality, color, and overall appearance
• Train, supervise, and support production staff
• Maintain inventory of thread, backing, film, powder, transfers, garments, and other production supplies
• Communicate with sales, design, and customer service teams regarding order details, deadlines, and production issues
• Perform routine machine maintenance and coordinate repairs when needed
• Keep the production area clean, organized, and safe
• Track production progress and report delays or supply needs promptly
• Ensure all orders meet company quality standards before they leave production

• Qualifications

• Proven experience operating commercial embroidery machines, Tajima, Barudan, Galaxy preferred.
• Proven experience operating DTF heat press equipment
• Strong understanding of garment decoration, placement, hooping, stabilizers, thread types, and production workflow
• Ability to read and follow detailed work orders
• Experience supervising or managing a production team preferred
• Strong attention to detail and quality control
• Ability to troubleshoot machine, thread, garment, and transfer issues
• Comfortable working in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong organization and communication skills
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift boxes or garments as needed
• Reliable, punctual, and able to take ownership of production results

• Preferred Experience

• Knowledge of digitized embroidery files and basic file preparation
• Experience with DTF transfers, curing, pressing, and finishing
• Background in custom apparel, uniforms, promotional products, or print shop production
• Inventory management or production scheduling experience

• Ultimate Sportswear is an equal opportunity employer.

At Ultimate Sportswear, we help teams and organizations look their best with custom uniforms, apparel, and decorated products made with care and precision. We are a hardworking, growing company that values quality, teamwork, and reliability. We are looking for employees who want to build something great with us, take pride in their craftsmanship, and be part of a business that truly values the work behind every finished product.

Company Description

At Ultimate Sportswear, we help teams and organizations look their best with custom uniforms, apparel, and decorated products made with care and precision. We are a hardworking, growing company that values quality, teamwork, and reliability. We are looking for employees who want to build something great with us, take pride in their craftsmanship, and be part of a business that truly values the work behind every finished product.