Trainee Embroidery Machinist

Job Title: Trainee Embroidery Machinist
Location: Hastings
Pay Rate: 13 per hour ( 17 per hour on Sundays)
Job Type: Full-time Temp to Perm

Shift Patterns Available:

• Monday to Friday: 6:00am - 2:30pm

OR

• Monday to Thursday: 14:15 - 22:45
• Sunday: 14:15 - 22:45

HRGO Recruitment are working with a well-established clothing and equipment manufacturing company who are looking to recruit a Junior Embroidery Machine Operator to join their embroidery department. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a creative background who is looking to start or develop a career within the fashion or textile industry.

Full training will be provided, making this role ideal for candidates with a fashion, textile, art, or design qualification, or those with experience using domestic or industrial sewing machines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Learning to operate embroidery machines to produce high-quality embroidered products
• Assisting with setting up machines using embroidery designs and specifications
• Monitoring machines during production and reporting any issues
• Selecting correct thread colours and ensuring accurate design placement
• Inspecting finished products to ensure quality standards are met
• Supporting routine machine maintenance and general upkeep
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment
• Working closely with the production team to meet deadlines

Skills & Experience:

• A creative background (fashion, textiles, art, design or similar)
• OR experience using sewing machines (domestic or industrial)
• Strong attention to detail and an interest in quality craftsmanship
• Willingness to learn new skills and techniques
• Good communication skills and a positive team-working attitude
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Benefits:

• This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, with the potential to be offered a permanent position for the right candidate.
• Full training and development provided
• Clear progression opportunities within the company
• 15-minute paid morning break
• Company-paid takeaway meal for employees working late or 12-hour shifts

If you are creative, hands-on, and eager to build a career in embroidery or manufacturing, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and if successful a consultant will be in contact