Embroidery Specialist – Southern Printing

Pass Christian, MS
Full-Time On-site Pay Based on Experience
Be part of Mississippi’s most spirited print shop—where craftsmanship, teamwork, and good humor fuel the day.

About Southern Printing

Southern Printing has been a Gulf Coast staple since 1972. We’re a full-service print and apparel shop blending old-school craftsmanship with modern systems. We work hard, have fun, and treat every customer and every shirt with care.

We are growing, rebranding, and elevating our entire operation, and we are looking for someone who’s eager to be part of a thriving, team-driven environment.

Position Overview

We’re seeking a highly skilled, independent, and detail-oriented Embroidery Specialist to lead our embroidery department. This role is ideal for someone who:

• Works efficiently, accurately, and with pride
• Thrives in a fast-paced production environment
• Adapts easily to new systems and processes
• Enjoys solving problems without constant supervision
• Fits into a positive, team-focused culture

You’ll manage the full embroidery workflow—from hooping and running machines to thread management, machine upkeep, design setup, and quality control.

If you love producing beautiful work, staying organized, and taking ownership, this position is for you.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Execution

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot multi-head embroidery machines
• Prepare garments, hooping, stabilizing, and running jobs efficiently
• Set thread charts, change thread colors, and manage bobbins and tensions
• Ensure high-quality stitching and consistent output
• Run production independently with accuracy and speed

Artwork & Technology

• Use embroidery software (e.g., Hatch, Wilcom, Pulse, or equivalent**) to load, adjust, and prep designs**
• Review DST files, scale designs, and position artwork correctly
• Assist in testing sew-outs and approving samples for customers
• Work within our systems (Printavo, computer station workflows, internal SOPs)

Management & Workflow

• Oversee daily embroidery schedule and prioritize jobs
• Maintain inventory of threads, stabilizers, needles, and supplies
• Keep embroidery workspace clean, organized, and production-ready
• Work closely with the screenprinting and vinyl/signage departments for crossover jobs
• Communicate status updates, delays, or production issues proactively

Quality & Customer Focus

• Perform final quality checks on all embroidered products
• Ensure accuracy in garment counts, design placement, and customer specifications
• Treat every order like it’s for your own family—because that’s how we roll

Team & Culture

• Support a positive work environment—no drama, no egos
• Collaborate with the team to improve workflows and solve problems
• Embrace and uphold Southern Printing’s core values:
• People First
• Pride in Craftsmanship
• Accountability & Ownership
• Teamwork & Respect
• Profit Protects the Team
• Continuous Improvement
• Customer Partnership

Qualifications

Must-Have

• 2+ years of embroidery experience (commercial setting preferred)
• Strong knowledge of multi-head embroidery machines
• Ability to meet deadlines without sacrificing quality
• Comfort with computers, embroidery software, and digital workflows
• Excellent organization skills
• Ability to work independently (this is huge!)
• Strong work ethic and reliability

Nice-to-Have

• Experience training or supervising others
• Familiarity with Printavo or similar shop management systems
• Background in apparel decoration or production
• Tech-savvy mindset—comfortable learning new tools and systems
• A sense of humor (helps on long embroidery days)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods
• Lift boxes/garment bundles up to ~40 lbs
• Fine motor skills for threading, detail work, and adjustments

Why Work Here

• Join a fast-growing, modernizing print shop with a big heart
• Be part of a team that values craftsmanship and positivity
• Opportunity to build and shape the future of our embroidery department
• Supportive leadership that appreciates independence and initiative
• A work environment where you’re treated like family—minus the awkward Thanksgiving conversations