Quince

Embroidery Production Lead

Santa Fe Springs, California · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$55k-$70kDetected 13 days ago

RESTProcurementERPAPI TestingCommunication

About the role

Your goal is to launch the embroidery capability within 1 month and scale throughput to 8,000 units per day over the course of 6 months.

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.
Work 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.
Lead daily standups and weekly Operations updates
track output, quality, and downtime and implement fixes.
Own equipment uptime and consumables inventory (thread, backing, stabilizers) in coordination with procurement and warehouse.
Partner with the Operations Manager on capacity planning, cost targets, and expansion roadmap.
Joining Quince means being part of a mission-driven team reshaping retail. You will work alongside talented colleagues, tackle meaningful challenges, and contribute to building a more sustainable, accessible future for customers and partners alike.
At Quince, we're dedicated to recruiting top talent who share our drive for innovation. To safeguard candidates, Quince emphasizes legitimate recruitment practices. Initial communication is primarily via official Quince email addresses and LinkedIn

Ability 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
Required:
Proven track record building SOPs and training large production teams.
Lifting up to 50 pounds
Standing and walking throughout the entirety of your shift
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.

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.
Management experience overseeing a team of 20+ FTEs.
Familiarity with production tracking tools, WMS, or ERP systems.
Knowledge of safety protocols and manufacturing best practices.

to make really high quality essentials for really low prices, produced fairly and sustainably.
We believe everyone deserves exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design without the traditional markups.
Quince is a direct-to-consumer (DTC) model that cuts out middlemen and leverages just-in-time manufacturing to minimize waste and maximize value.
Quince is a tech company disrupting the retail industry by putting AI, analytics and automation at the center of everything we do.
Our unwavering commitment to excellence and company values guide our teams and actions:
Founded in 2018, Quince was built to challenge the idea that nice things have to cost a lot.
Innovation and transparency ensure value for both customers and partners.
At Quince, you will be part of a high-performing team that is redefining what quality, value, and sustainability mean in modern retail.
We are a destination for builders, innovators, and operators to come together and challenge the status quo.
Our collective ambition is bold.
We are creating an entirely new category and customer experience - one that democratizes luxury and provides high quality products at radically low prices.
That mission demands a world-class team committed to excellence.
If you are motivated by impact, growth, and purpose, you will find a strong sense of belonging at Quince.
Quince partners with world-class manufacturers across the globe and serves millions of customers.

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