Wessex Custom Clothing is an established and growing garment decoration business, specialising in high-quality printed and embroidered apparel. Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit an experienced Garment Printing & Embroidery Operator to join our production team.
This role is suited to a candidate with proven experience in a fast-paced clothing print and embroidery environment, capable of producing high-volume orders while maintaining excellent quality and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
* Operating commercial garment printing and embroidery machines
* Setting up and running jobs for screen printing, DTF/DTG, vinyl, and/or embroidery (depending on experience)
* Producing high-volume orders to agreed deadlines and quality standards
* Checking artwork, garment specifications, placements, and thread/ink colours prior to production
* Monitoring print and stitch quality throughout production runs
* Carrying out routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting
* Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment
* Working closely with the production team to meet daily targets
Skills & Experience Required
Essential:
* Proven ability to produce high-volume orders efficiently
* Strong attention to detail and quality control
* Good time management and organisational skills
* Reliable, punctual, and able to work under pressure
Desirable:
* Previous experience in the garment decoration industry
* Experience working in a busy clothing print and/or embroidery shop
* Experience with multiple print methods (screen print, DTG, DTF, vinyl)
* Commercial embroidery machine experience (single or multi-head)
* Basic machine maintenance knowledge
* Understanding of garment types, fabrics, and decoration limitations
What We Offer
* 20 days paid holiday plus bank holidays
* Company shutdown between Christmas and New Year
* Sick pay
* Private health insurance
* Birthday off (paid)
* Stable, long-term employment
* Opportunity to grow with a well-established and expanding business
* Supportive team environment with modern production equipment
How to Apply
If you have the experience we're looking for and want to be part of the journey at Wessex Custom Clothing, please apply with your CV detailing your relevant industry experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £26,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person