What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sewing Machine Operator position at Carole Fabrics?
Hunter Douglas is the world’s leading manufacturer of window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. We are a brand that you know and trust. With more than 100 years of innovation, we’ve defined our industry with proprietary products that deliver revolutionary style and functionality and can be found in millions of homes and commercial buildings globally.
As a member of the Hunter Douglas family of brands, Carole Fabrics has proudly served the interior design community for more than 60 years, making the finest soft window treatments in the industry. We take pride in our reputation for exceptional quality, our broad on-trend collection of the finest fabrics, and our devotion to personal service.
We are searching for candidates that are driven, intelligent, creative, and entrepreneurial. By offering challenging and accelerated opportunities for growth, powered by a shared hunger for success, we create a space for your career to thrive. In return for your expertise, we are committed to providing competitive and robust total compensation and benefit packages to ensure you feel valued. Our dream is to become the fastest growing, most loved, window covering company in the world. What’s yours?
Position Overview
The Valance Maker 1 is responsible for sewing all valance top treatments in a production environment. This role involves receiving fabric, checking measurements, sewing, and pressing top treatments while adhering to quality, safety, and housekeeping standards. The position requires attention to detail, proficiency with industrial sewing machines and hand tools, and the ability to perform repetitive motions, stand for extended periods, and lift continuously. Safety compliance and following instructions are essential. This role helps the team meet production goals and maintain high standards, directly supporting the department’s performance.
What you'll do
- Receive fabric from the Top Treatment Cutter and verify measurements on work tickets.
- Sew valance top treatments accurately using industrial sewing machines.
- Iron and press top treatments to ensure a finished, professional appearance.
- Follow written and verbal instructions to maintain production standards.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with safety rules.
- Operate hand tools and production equipment safely and efficiently.
- Report any unsafe conditions, accidents, or near misses to supervisors.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support department operations.
Who you are
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Experience using industrial sewing machines and general sewing skills.
- Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately.
- Basic knowledge of fabrics and production equipment.
- Attention to detail with accuracy in names, numbers, and spelling.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Capable of standing for long periods and lifting regularly.
- Able to pass a color-blind test.
- Strong focus on safety and compliance with workplace rules.
- Comfortable performing repetitive hand and wrist motions.
What's in it for you?
- Annual base salary range: $13 hourly
- Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
- A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
- Time off with pay
- 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness programs and product discounts
Please note, all offers presented to candidates are carefully crafted to ensure market competitiveness, equity, and reflect the individual candidate’s education, experience, skills and potential.
Hunter Douglas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.
By submitting your application below, you are providing your prior consent to receive SMS messages to notify you of any updates to your application status and to engage in discussion throughout your application process. You can cancel the SMS service at any time. Just text “STOP” to any of our texts to unsubscribe. Message & data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary. If you have any questions regarding privacy, please read our privacy policy, https://www.hunterdouglas.com/privacy-policy or terms of use https://www.hunterdouglas.com/terms-of-use
Salary : $13