Embroidery Specialist - Full Time, Walt Disney World

Job Summary:

Responsibilities:

• Scan and digitize embroidery designs or artwork
• Embroidery stitch-out
• Prepare designs create specifications sheets for production
• Communicate with various levels of leadership
• Collaborate with Pattern Makers, Buyers, Costumers and Designers
• Choose/suggest appropriate raw goods, hoop, and trims
• Operate multiple embroidery tools and equipment simultaneously

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Operate embroidery machines with efficiency and an outstanding commitment to detail
• Comfort working with all types of fabrics made of synthetic and natural fibers such as fur, foam, vinyl, latex, and leather
• Ability to read and interpret garment construction instructions
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new locations, processes, and technology
• Work for extended periods of high activity
• Sitting, standing, or walking for extended durations
• Repetitive twisting and bending
• Repetitive grasping, clutching, grabbing with hands
• Minimal climbing of step-stools/small ladders
• Lifting, lowering, and sliding of boxes/containers
• Push or pull up to 46 lbs.
• Lift up to 50 lbs or team lift with 2 Cast Members a maximum of 85 lbs.
• Comfortable working in an area where you may be exposed to performers in multiple stages of dress and undress
• Flexible with work schedule, including overtime, weekends, and holidays
• Full-Time roles require full availability for any shift, seven (7) days per week, including nights, weekends, and holidays is preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three (3) years of experience in garment construction or repair position with a focus on embroidery
• Experience operating home or industrial embroidery machines
• Experience operating specialized industrial sewing machines including overlock, blind hemmers, cover stitch, etc.

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