FIGS is looking for a temporary/seasonal Embroidery Machine Operator to handle our retail store embroidery. As part of the FIGS Pop-Up team, you will be onsite to handle in-store embroidery orders, maintain and clean machines and QC finished garments. The ideal candidate has the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects within deadlines, has general knowledge of different types of embroidery machines and has good communication skills. This is an on-your-feet job and with fast turnaround times, we need an energetic person with an excellent work ethic. You must be flexible and open to adjusting your schedule as business needs and times may shift. The role will report directly to the Embroidery Production Manager and Retail Manager - focusing on work directly supporting the retail staff.
What you’ll be doing:
- Read, interpret and complete embroidery orders
- Set up the machines for each job and communicate order status with the retail team
- Load design, thread selection, hooping, trimming, and packaging
- Handle text line and/or logo embroidery on woven apparel
- Inspect merchandise (QC) against order specifications
- Steam and prepare garments for customers
- Complete adjustments or repairs to embroidery
- Perform minor machine repairs
- Cleaning and oiling machines
- Keeping work area clean and tidy
- Manage supplies and storage
- Help with checking inventory in
- Assist store manager and staff with any help they may need
Qualifications:
- Must be available to work weekends
- Good communication skills
- Ability to handle physical workload
- Bilingual - not required, but beneficial
- Experience in running, operating and troubleshooting embroidery machines (Barudan machine knowledge is a plus)
- Single head experience
- Ability to work independently and manage work orders
- Experience in computer software for editing
Other must haves:
- Positive attitude
- Proven work ethic and integrity
- Ability to respond to short term deadlines
- Detail and quality oriented
- Desire to excel and grow with FIGS
- 100% awesome, like our scrubs
Please apply with your cover letter, resume, and some examples of previous work to be considered.
A little bit about us…
The $50 billion medical apparel industry is antiquated, highly fragmented and, until FIGS, was driven solely by low-cost providers offering a limited selection of poor quality products sold through third party distributors. FIGS is revolutionizing the medical apparel industry by creating the highest quality medical apparel in the world and by selling directly to medical professionals through our branded ecommerce site.
FIGS’ foundation is built on product quality, and we have a relentless focus on three key areas: fabric, fit and function. We developed our proprietary, performance-oriented fabric technology to meet the demands of the medical profession. FIGS’ Core Collection fabric is wrinkle resistant, stain and liquid repellant, moisture-wicking, odor proof, lightweight, breathable and offers four-way stretch. Our designs are tailored, sophisticated and innovative, incorporating features such as yoga waistbands, smart storage (pockets, zippers, hidden pockets) and inspirational sayings inside each garment that appeal to modern healthcare professionals.
By offering a branded and customer-centric online shopping experience, we are changing how medical professionals buy their workwear. Through our website, social media, and participation in medical conferences and events, we have built a strong following within the medical community and a meaningful connection with our customers, which allows us to understand their needs and to ensure that FIGS is continuously improving and innovating.
FIGS’ Threads for Threads initiative is central to our mission. FIGS has donated hundreds of thousands of scrubs to healthcare providers in need in over 35 countries.