2nd Shift Embroidery Supervisor + Machine Operator

Competition Headwear is seeking a reliable 2nd Shift Embroidery Supervisor to operate industrial embroidery machines while overseeing and supporting the 2nd shift embroidery team producing our proudly Made in the USA baseball-style caps.

This position will supervise the small embroidery department of multiple 12+ head commercial embroidery machines, and operate a machine themselves, during a half 2nd-shift.

2nd shift duration of 4-hours - ideal for someone who is looking to pick up hours after their day job, etc...

Monday – Friday
Opportunity for additional hours based on production needs
RESPONSIBILITIES
Production & Machine Operation (Hands-On):
• Set up, operate, and monitor commercial embroidery machines (multi-head and/or single-head)
• Load designs, thread machines, change needles, and set hooping and placement accurately
• Inspect finished products to ensure quality, accuracy, and consistency with work orders
• Read and follow job tickets, artwork, and production schedules
• Meet personal and departmental production goals while maintaining quality standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures
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Supervisory & Leadership Responsibilities:
• Oversee daily operations of the 2nd shift embroidery department
• Ensure team members are operating machines correctly, efficiently, and safely
• Monitor workflow, productivity, and quality across all machines and operators
• Provide direction, guidance, and support to embroidery operators throughout the shift
• Identify and address production issues, quality concerns, or staffing needs in real time
• Ensure production schedules and deadlines are met
• Communicate machine issues, material shortages, and staffing concerns to management
• Assist with training new operators and reinforcing standard operating procedures
• Serve as the primary point of accountability for 2nd shift embroidery production

REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are
• 2+ year commercial embroidery experience required
• 1 year supervisor experience in a sewing or embroidery production environment
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work 2nd shift hours consistently
• Ability to troubleshoot issues
• Ability to multi-task and work quickly but efficiently- example using multiple machines for production at once
• Regularly stand for long periods of time while reaching with hands and arms
• Specific vision abilities include sharp vision, focus, depth perception and ability to identify colors
• Ability to read, write and comprehend written or oral instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English

Shift / Schedule -
Monday to Friday, possibility of Monday to Thursday.
Preferably 3pm-7pm, or 4pm-8pm, a later schedule is possible for the right candidate.