Job Vacancies at Barron

About the Role

• As an Embroidery Digitizer, you will be responsible for converting approved artwork into production-ready embroidery files that meet the highest standards of quality, accuracy, and efficiency. Your work will directly contribute to ensuring that our customers receive professionally embroidered products that exceed expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Digitising Quality & Artwork Accuracy

• Interpret approved artwork accurately and digitise designs correctly the first time.

Achieve the highest levels of digitising accuracy by ensuring:

• Correct logo sizing
• Appropriate stitch types
• Accurate stitch directions
• Correct stitch density
• Proper colour sequencing
• Compliance with production requirements
• Minimise avoidable re-digitising, errors, and unnecessary rework.
• Ensure all embroidery files are production-ready and meet internal quality standards.

File Organisation & Workstation Management

• Save and name all digitised files according to approved file-naming conventions and storage procedures.
• Maintain an organised, secure, and easily accessible digital filing system.
• Keep your workstation clean, orderly, and professional at all times.
• Protect the integrity and confidentiality of company and customer artwork files.

Production Readiness & On-Time Delivery

• Complete all assigned digitising work in line with production schedules and deadlines.
• Ensure all production-ready embroidery files are available before 16:00 on the day prior to production.
• Communicate proactively when information is missing or artwork requires clarification.
• Escalate potential delays, artwork concerns, or production risks immediately to ensure smooth workflow and customer satisfaction.

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements

• Experience in embroidery digitising and embroidery software.
• Strong understanding of embroidery production processes.
• Knowledge of stitch types, densities, underlay, compensation, and fabric considerations.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong organisational and file management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.

Personal Attributes

• Detail-oriented and quality-driven.
• Reliable and accountable.
• Highly organised and disciplined.
• Positive team player with a proactive attitude.
• Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Closing Date 05 October 2026

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Job Description

Lead Creativity. Drive Innovation. Inspire Excellence.

• Are you a visionary artwork professional with a passion for design excellence, innovation, and people leadership? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment where deadlines are tight, expectations are high, and no two days are the same?
• We are looking for an exceptional Artwork Layout Artist Manager who combines strong managerial capabilities with outstanding creative expertise. This is more than a design role, it's an opportunity to lead a talented team, influence creative direction, drive operational excellence, and champion innovative artwork solutions that bring products and brands to life.
• As our Artwork Layout Artist Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring artwork is not only visually compelling and production-ready but also delivered with speed, accuracy, and efficiency.
• The successful candidate will be a hands-on leader who can balance creativity with structure, mentor a team to success, and confidently navigate a demanding, deadline-driven environment.

What You'll Do

As the leader of the Artwork Layout team, you will:

• Lead, coach, and inspire a team of Artwork Layout Artists, fostering a culture of creativity, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Drive artwork innovation by introducing new design approaches, layout techniques, technologies, and best practices to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring artwork is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Collaborate closely with clients, designers, production teams, and other key stakeholders to understand project requirements and deliver outstanding results.
• Develop and implement artwork layout strategies that align with business objectives, client expectations, and production requirements.
• Review, evaluate, and approve artwork layouts, ensuring consistency with brand guidelines, technical specifications, and quality standards.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve turnaround times, and enhance team productivity.
• Mentor and develop team members through coaching, training, performance management, and skills development initiatives.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and artwork production innovations to ensure our creative output remains competitive and cutting-edge.
• Allocate resources effectively and manage team capacity to meet changing business demands.
• Manage project budgets and artwork resources to maximize efficiency and profitability.
• Work closely with production teams to ensure artwork transitions seamlessly from concept to final deliverable.
• Troubleshoot artwork challenges and implement practical solutions in a dynamic, high-volume production environment.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders through clear communication and professional collaboration.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a leader who is:

• Highly creative and detail-oriented
• Passionate about artwork innovation and design excellence
• An inspiring people manager who can lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams
• Comfortable making decisions in a fast-paced, high-demand environment
• Organised, proactive, and solutions-focused
• Able to balance multiple priorities without compromising quality
• Driven by continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Confident working under pressure and delivering results against tight deadlines

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in artwork layout design, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent time management and prioritisation abilities.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of print production processes and requirements.
• A genuine passion for art, design, and creative innovation.

Closing Date 06 October 2026

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Job Description

• We have an exciting opportunity at Barron for an Embroidery Machine Operator who will report to the Floor Supervisor. This position is based at our offices in Westlake, Modderfontein, Gauteng.

Job Purpose:              

• The purpose of an Embroidery Machine Operator is to sew, join gather, hem, and reinforce materials using industrial sewing machine.

Job Objectives:          

Stitch Products          

• Adjust settings of machine, according to Product style and observation of operation.
• Adjust machine needle and presser foot to sew parts together to complete the product, replaces sewing machine parts and performs basic maintenance, such as oiling machine, selects supplies, such as thread colour and thread.

Housekeeping

• Apply basic housekeeping principles to ensure that the workstation is tidy.

Qualifications and Experience:

• NQF3/Grade 11 or Equivalent
• 6-12 months experience in Sewing

Skills, Abilities and Job-Related Knowledge:

• Safety Principles
• Machine Maintenance
• Branding Processes (Fabric and Sewing techniques)
• Housekeeping Principles
• Product Knowledge
• Quality control
• Interpreting a job card
• English Comprehension
• Verification skills
• Time Management skills
• Attention Detail

Competencies:

• Reliable.
• Attention to detail.
• Team Player.

Closing Date 06 October 2026