What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Sewing Machine Operator position at Bass Pro Shops?
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Upholstery Machine Operator operates industrial sewing machines to sew pre-cut vinyl parts to fabricate upholstery covers for boat seats. This position also sews binding on carpet and attaches snaps.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Operates and performs daily maintenance on single or double needle sewing machines.
- Operates various machines as needed to include snap and hydem machine.
- Rewinds bobbins on the sewing machine.
- Collects, sorts, counts and sews pre-cut vinyl pieces together in a designated pattern to form a cover.
- Reads and follows instructions of patterns.
- Performs upon completion, inspect product for quality.
- ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED.
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum Degree Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:
- Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
- Identify vinyl pieces by shape and size
- Perform various manual assembly operations such as: trimming with scissors
- Quality check own parts during sewing
- Perform minor adjustments and perform routine cleaning operations on machines
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- N/A
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Light lifting, under 20 lbs.
- Light carrying, under 20 lbs.
- Moderate lifting, 21-59 lbs.
- Moderate carrying, 21 – 59 lbs.
- Straight pulling
- Pushing
- Repeated bending
- Reaching over shoulders
- Use of fingers
- Walking
- Standing
- Kneeling
- Repeated stretching
- Specific visual requirements
- Ability to distinguish basic colors
- Ability to distinguish shades of color
- Hearing (aid permitted)
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Outside and inside
- Extreme heat
- Extreme humidity
- Extreme noise, intermittent
- Dust
- Fumes, smoke, or gasses
- Solvents (degreasing agents)
- Slippery or uneven walking surfaces
INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:
- Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established procedures and innovation. Chooses from limited alternatives to resolve problems. Occasional independent judgment is required to complete work assignments. Often makes recommendations to work procedures, policies, and practices.
Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Voluntary benefits
- 401k Retirement Savings
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Bass Pro Cares Fund
- And more!
We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.
