Production Associate - Sewing

At Solace (NSHF, LLC) , we are driven by a clear purpose, creating safer, more secure environments within behavioral health settings. Our work is rooted in innovation, care, and a deep commitment to improving the experience of both patients and caregivers. We design and deliver thoughtfully crafted solutions that make a meaningful impact in specialized healthcare spaces.

We are currently seeking a motivated and talented individual to join our team. This is an opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organization where your work directly contributes to safer, more supportive environments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate industrial sewing machines to assemble fabric and upholstery components according to production specifications
• Read and interpret work orders, patterns, and production schedules to ensure accurate output
• Sew, stitch, and assemble materials with consistency, accuracy, and attention to detail
• Inspect materials and finished products to ensure quality standards are met; identify and report defects or inconsistencies
• Maintain proper thread tension, stitch quality, and machine settings for various materials and product types
• Perform routine machine maintenance such as cleaning, oiling, and minor adjustments to ensure optimal performance
• Meet daily and weekly production targets while maintaining high-quality workmanship
• Handle and organize materials efficiently to minimize waste and downtime
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines when operating equipment and handling materials
• Keep workstations clean, organized, and free of hazards
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to resolve production issues and improve workflow
• Assist in training new employees on sewing techniques, equipment use, and production standards as needed

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED), or equivalent combination of education and experience (including military experience)
• 1–3 years of related experience or training preferred
• Ability to read engineering drawings
• Ability to read and interpret a ruler accurately

Working conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This role will be exposed to very high and low temperatures. There will be high levels of noise as well as dust particles in the air.

Physical requirements

This role will be required to sit and perform role for up 10 hours a day. Ability to repetitively lift large spools of fabric pieces. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Direct reports

None.