Hiring: Embroidery Production Lead Company: Quince Location: Santa Fe Springs, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 07:42:33 Target Skills & Keywords : REST, Zoom About the job Experience: •8 years in embroidery production; hands-on experience launching a program or facility from scratch strongly preferred. Required Skills: •Embroidery Lead •Report to the Operations Manager and partner closely with the Decoration Program Manager to ensure the program launches on time, to standard, and is built to grow. •Partner with Operations Manager to launch the end-to-end launch of the embroidery program — from blank floor space to production capability within 1 month. •Lead and oversee managing performance and attendance of each associate on the decoration team to meet targets established by the Operations Manager. •Participate in the evaluation and procurement of all equipment and tooling (multi-head machines, hoops, frames, backing, threads). •Interface directly with the Operations Manager to develop SOPs, establish quality control checkpoints, defect rate benchmarks, and validate output targets. •Own onboarding and training for a team of 15+ operators — bring them to production-ready performance fast. Partner with Operations Manager on the hiring process. •Partner with Operations Manager to adjust labor, workflows, and priorities to meet SLAs and scale to 8,000 units per week within 6 months ensuring 99% on time delivery and quality acceptance. Qualifications: •5–8 years in embroidery production; hands-on experience launching a program or facility from scratch strongly preferred. •Deep knowledge of commercial embroidery equipment (multi-head machines), digitizing, hooping, and backing selection. •Proven track record building SOPs and training large production teams. •Management experience overseeing a team of 20+ FTEs. •Operational familiarity with production tracking tools, WMS, or ERP systems. •Knowledge of safety protocols and manufacturing best practices. •Standing and walking throughout the entirety of your shift •Demonstrated capacity to go up and down stairs, use of ladders throughout the day as needed •Bending, twisting, or kneeling may be required throughout the day for lifting or maneuvering objects •All posted ranges are reflective of base salary and may vary depending upon experience level and location. Bonus and equity may also be provided for eligible roles. Compensation: •Bonus and equity may also be provided for eligible roles Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!