Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Outdoor Cap and JUNK Brands is a dedicated organization with a passion for all things headwear. Committed to creating high-quality products known for our careful attention to detail and craftsmanship. We are seeking a skilled Individuals to join our team and contribute to the creation of our premium.

As an essential player you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and high-quality production of our products. You will be responsible for operating and maintaining equipment such as, but not limited to; measuring tools, heat gun, embroidery and sewing tools, and sewing machines. To be successful in this role, you should be able to follow detailed instructions, and contribute to a positive and productive work environment.

General Skills and Competencies required for all Production Grades   

• Upholds the company values: acts with integrity; works together as a team; and treats teammates with respect. 
• Maintains a clean, organized and safety conscious work area.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and work orders (in English). Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations with co-workers and/or supervisors. 
• Basic Math: ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. 
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one-or two-step instructions.
• Ability to learn quickly, adapt to change, work at a fast pace, keep a positive attitude and manage multiple deadlines.  
• Attention to detail.
• Must be able to work with little absenteeism and available for overtime as needed. 
• Performs other responsibilities that may be assigned.  

Education and Qualifications  

• High school diploma or general education degree preferred, but not mandatory. 
• Embroidery, sewing and/or digitizing experience desired, but not mandatory. 
• Very Basic computer knowledge helpful; Uses in-house programs (example: Exenta, Quickturn, NetSuite, Shopify).

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand, sit and/or walk (90% of the day) and occasionally reach, bend, and move inside the facility to move product.
• Fine motor skills: required using the wrists, hands, and fingers.  
• Vision: Required to have close visual acuity, color vision and depth perception.
• Able to hear and effectively communicate with peers.
• Ability to lift/move/pull 10-50 lbs. occasionally throughout day.
• Moderate noise due to sewing machine operation in a warehouse setting.
• Extreme temperatures: some assignments are in a building with limited climate control.  

Grade 2 Machine Operator 

OC - Embroidery Machine Operator

As a Grade 2 Machine Operator at Outdoor Cap and JUNK, you will be responsible for operating embroidery machines to decorate various products. You will follow detailed instructions to ensure efficient and high-quality production. Grade 2 Machine Operator can increase earning potential by gaining skills from Step 1 to Step 5 and/or advancing to Grade 4 Production Assistant.

Outdoor Cap

Step 1

Entry Level Embroidery Decorator, 8-head & 12-head

Step 2

Intermediate Level Embroidery Decorator 

Step 3

Advanced Level Embroider Decorator

Intermediate Level Embroidery Decorator
+ Cross Train to 2 Patch Maker Operations

Intermediate Level Embroidery Decorator
+ Runs 2 head for repairs and single head for EMB samples**

Step 4

Advanced level Embroidery Decorator, 
+ Cross Train to 2 Patch Maker Operation
+ Runs 2 head for repairs and single head for EMB samples**

*EMB Decorator Proficiency: 8 head Embroidery Machine averages 48 hits (avg 6800 stitches) < 90 min; 12 head Embroidery Machine averages 48 hits (avg 10k stitches) < 90 min.
** Proficiency at Single head for EMB Samples includes using Shopfloor to document samples and move through sample process

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

• Able to do all duties required of Step 1 Production Support listed above.
• Should be able to pass a dexterity test, interpret work orders.
• Machine operator cross trained to use a combination of equipment. Troubleshoots simple machine faults; troubleshoots embroidery defects.
• Able to demonstrate competencies for various machinery / techniques for next level.
• Perform regular maintenance and cleaning of machines.
• Trained in All hat types: Structured, Unstructured, knits, buckets, boonies, golf, straw.
• Trained in all embroidery types: flat, 3D, 3D Chain stitch, Bean stitch.
• Able to hoop for front only, front/side, and backs.
• Develop workstation efficiency.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

• Computer skills – able to adjust inventory, move production through process steps systematically, request additional material if rework is necessary.
• Possess a positive attitude and a strong work ethic. 
• Responsible for assisting main line production to meet ship dates. 
• Able to demonstrate competencies for various machinery / techniques at a high level of accuracy. 
• Provides regular feedback and effective training to team for skill development and growth.
• Monitors flow of production orders for the floor; able to work and notice potential problems in workflow.
• Coordinates production needs between teams to ensure the proper flow of orders is met in a fair and equitable manner.
• Assist all areas within their scope.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.