Position Summary
Matthews International is now hiring an Embroidery and Graphic Designer for our Fontana, CA Service Center.
Matthews International is a world‑wide leader in casket manufacturing, providing the highest quality wood, metal, and cremation caskets, as well as urns and other products to our funeral home customers.
The Embroidery and Graphic Designer is responsible for programming and operating specialized equipment to personalize caskets with precision and care, including large‑format color printing machines and embroidery machines for interior panel customization.
No prior embroidery experience or graphic design is required; detailed training will be provided.
This role combines technical skills and creativity to deliver high‑quality, meaningful products that meet customer specifications and uphold our reputation for excellence.
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4:30 pm; 40 hours per week; starting pay: $19.50 per hour.
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision; near‑site clinic; guaranteed annual bonus; Flexible Savings Account (FSA); short‑ and long‑term disability (after 90 days); life insurance; earned time off (starts accruing immediately); 401(k) retirement plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan.
Job Responsibilities
Work on computer using several software programs including Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office suite, and SAP; training will be provided.
Collaborate with Design, Sourcing, and Production on apparel development to create cost‑effective styles.
Make necessary adjustments to patterns based on feedback.
Edit and develop patterns based on design specifications and technical sketches.
Enter and follow through on all custom orders from entry through delivery to customers.
Operate embroidery machines to create customized memorial panels for casket interiors.
Work with fabrics, automated embroidery machine, staple gun, glue gun, and cardboard mount.
Cut excess trim from cardboard mount to required size.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications / Requirements
Previous experience with mechanical computerized embroidery machines or ability to be trained.
Computer proficiency; ability to be trained on specialized software such as Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office suite, SAP, and embroidery design software; training will be provided.
Creative mindset; will create design decisions and recommendations.
Strong customer service skills; communicate with customers daily.
Ability to work overtime as necessary.
Physical Aspects / Work Environment
Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk, hear, and see.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work environment noise level may be high.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Equal Employment Opportunity Matthews International affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
Nearest Major Market: Fontana
Nearest Secondary Market: Los Angeles
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Matthews International is now hiring an Embroidery and Graphic Designer for our Fontana, CA Service Center.
Matthews International is a world‑wide leader in casket manufacturing, providing the highest quality wood, metal, and cremation caskets, as well as urns and other products to our funeral home customers.
The Embroidery and Graphic Designer is responsible for programming and operating specialized equipment to personalize caskets with precision and care, including large‑format color printing machines and embroidery machines for interior panel customization.
No prior embroidery experience or graphic design is required; detailed training will be provided.
This role combines technical skills and creativity to deliver high‑quality, meaningful products that meet customer specifications and uphold our reputation for excellence.
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4:30 pm; 40 hours per week; starting pay: $19.50 per hour.
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision; near‑site clinic; guaranteed annual bonus; Flexible Savings Account (FSA); short‑ and long‑term disability (after 90 days); life insurance; earned time off (starts accruing immediately); 401(k) retirement plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan.
Job Responsibilities
Work on computer using several software programs including Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office suite, and SAP; training will be provided.
Collaborate with Design, Sourcing, and Production on apparel development to create cost‑effective styles.
Make necessary adjustments to patterns based on feedback.
Edit and develop patterns based on design specifications and technical sketches.
Enter and follow through on all custom orders from entry through delivery to customers.
Operate embroidery machines to create customized memorial panels for casket interiors.
Work with fabrics, automated embroidery machine, staple gun, glue gun, and cardboard mount.
Cut excess trim from cardboard mount to required size.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications / Requirements
Previous experience with mechanical computerized embroidery machines or ability to be trained.
Computer proficiency; ability to be trained on specialized software such as Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office suite, SAP, and embroidery design software; training will be provided.
Creative mindset; will create design decisions and recommendations.
Strong customer service skills; communicate with customers daily.
Ability to work overtime as necessary.
Physical Aspects / Work Environment
Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk, hear, and see.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work environment noise level may be high.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Equal Employment Opportunity Matthews International affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
Nearest Major Market: Fontana
Nearest Secondary Market: Los Angeles
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