Embroidery Machinist

Embroidery Machinist
Location: Coventry
Hours: Full-time - Permanent
Salary: £30,200 per annum
About our client
A family business who takes great pride on delivering Legendary Service — providing high-quality branded workwear that reflect our clients’ professionalism and identity.
We’re a growing, values-driven company where craftsmanship, teamwork, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do. Our embroidery department plays a vital role in upholding our reputation for quality and precision — and we’re looking for a skilled Embroidery Machinist to join our friendly team.
The Role
As an Embroidery Machinist, you’ll produce embroidered garments to the highest standards of quality, accuracy, and presentation. You’ll take pride in every stitch — ensuring that each piece meets our clients’ expectations and represents the brand with excellence.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate embroidery machines (Melco, SWF, Barudan, or equivalent) safely and efficiently.
* Load and unload garments, ensuring correct placement and hooping before production.
* Follow production schedules to meet daily targets and deadlines.
* Run test samples to check logo positioning, colour accuracy, and stitch quality.
* Monitor machines during operation to detect and correct any issues.
* Maintain machines through regular cleaning and minor maintenance.
* Conduct quality checks to ensure every garment meets our standards.
* Record production data accurately in ERP or production systems.
* Support other production areas when required (heat seal, print, or warehouse).
What We’re Looking For
* Experience operating industrial embroidery machines (Melco, SWF, Barudan, or similar).
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality results.
* Good hand–eye coordination and manual dexterity.
* Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines.
* Basic IT literacy for using production systems.
* Team player with good communication skills.
* Reliable, punctual, and passionate about quality craftsmanship.
What We Offer
Competitive pay (based on experience)
Company pension scheme
Life assurance
25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
Free onsite parking
Ongoing training and development, including Franklin Covey Leadership Training
Friendly and supportive team culture
Modern, clean working environment
Our Values
We live by our core values every day:
We Make It Happen – Turning challenges into triumphs.
Inherent Integrity – Honest, loyal, and trustworthy.
Legendary Service – Consistently exceeding expectations.
Learning to Work Smarter® – Developing people and improving processes.
Apply Now
If you take pride in your work, love precision and craftsmanship, and want to join a company that values quality and teamwork — we’d love to hear from you.
Join and help us deliver Legendary Service, one stitch at a time