Sewing Machine Operator

JOB TITLE:                         Sewing Machine Operator         

DEPARTMENT:                  Sewing

REPORTS TO:                    Sewing Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY:  Operates a sewing machine to produce products of varying sizes and styles based on company needs.  Will be cross-trained on multiple sewing machines and products.   The open positions are for items that are thicker and require good hand strength and dexterity.  

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates sewing machines and guides material under needles, following edges, seams or markings.
• Assembles pieces using various sewing techniques.
• Set up and maintain industrial sewing machines. 
• Sew pieces of fabric together by hand or on lightweight or industrial heavy-duty machines:  attach eyelets, grommets and fasteners.
• Attaches zippers, pockets, buttons or accessories using specialized techniques and adjusts needles and thread according to thickness of material.
• Examines sections of finished articles for defects and cuts off excess material and threads.
• Assembles pieces or sews the whole product.
• Carries out basic maintenance of hand tools and machines.
• Maintains quality and quantity daily.
• Assist in helping other operators to maintain production and quality.  
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures.
• Fill out inspection, work orders and process records.
• Other tasks as assigned by Management.
• Maintains the cleanliness of the general working area and machinery. 
• Other duties as assigned by management.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and SKILLS: 

• HS diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Enjoy practical and manual work.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Able to produce product to defined specifications. 
• Able to work under production deadlines.
• Must have excellent hand and eye coordination.
• Must be able to read tape measure and use measurement gauges.
• Must have a keen sense to detail. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None           

Must check and use posted PPE for specific job area.

Applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person, as defined by U.S. export control laws.

This position/job description is for reference and guidance only and is subject to change at anytime.

Note: An individual with a disability will be considered qualified for any position which the person can perform the essential function of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.  All essential functions incorporated in this description may be subject to reasonable accommodation.