Experienced Gerber & Tajima Embroidery Machine Operator

Job Description Experienced Tajima Embroidery Machine Operator – (4-Day Work Week!) Fire Protection Outfitters – Pasadena, TX$20-25/hr | Climate-Controlled Shop | 3-Day Weekends Every WeekAbout Fire Protection Outfitters Fire Protection Outfitters is a distributor and manufacturer of Flame Retardant (FR) and Non-FR uniforms located in Pasadena, Texas. Our 10,000 sq ft showroom and factory carries one of the largest in-stock inventories in the region, featuring trusted FR brands such as Ariat FR, Bulwark, Carhartt FR, FlameRwear, Lapco, Workrite, Wrangler FR, and Viking FR.The Job – Experienced Tajima Operators Only We need a skilled, production-ready Tajima operator who can hit the ground running. (No beginners or trainees – you must already be proficient on Tajima multi-head machines.)Schedule Monday – Thursday | 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday off) What You’ll Do Independently set up and operate Tajima multi-head machines (TMEZ/TFMX series) Hoop FR shirts, coveralls, jackets, caps, bags, etc. Load and run designs created in Wilcom software Perform color changes, thread trimming, and minor troubleshooting Read pick tickets, scan orders, and produce perfect logos, names, and patches Consistently hit daily production and quality targets Keep machines clean and perform daily/weekly maintenance Required Experience Minimum 1–2 years hands-on experience operating Tajima multi-head embroidery machines Comfortable receiving and running designs created in Wilcom (you do NOT need to digitize – just load, assign colors, and run) Fast, accurate hooping on a variety of garments Solid understanding of thread tension, stitch quality, and common fixes Excellent attention to detail and speed Physical Requirements Ability to stand for entire shift and lift up to 20 lbs Compensation & Benefits $17–$19/hr based on proven speed and skill Paid holidays after 6 months Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match after 1 year PTO accrual starts after 1 year Clean, air-conditioned shop Family-oriented company with growth opportunities Company Description Flame Retardant Clothing Factory and DistributorCompany DescriptionFlame Retardant Clothing Factory and Distributor