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Sewing Operator Trainer (Garment Construction) - 1st Shift

National Safety Apparel
Cleveland, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/29/2026
Industrial Sewing Machine Trainer (Garment Construction)

Reports to: Integration Supervisor

Direct Reports: None
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation:  $18.50 - $20.00 per hour

Position Overview :   Responsible for providing training to sewing operator trainees, in accordance with NSA and TSS guidelines.

Essential Job Functions:
  • Program should produce operators NO LESS than 80% after 12 weeks after transferred from the sewing school
  • Help educate ALL current sewing operators and supervisors on product/design changes
  • Should look for opportunities to improve efficiencies of lesser teams
  • Refer to and follow the TSS Training Guidelines for the first two weeks of training.
  • Train sewing operators trainees to work in specific zones and follow single piece flow.
  • Train sewing operator trainees, within designated zones, to produce specified product to required specifications using proper methods; i.e., gauging or other tools.
  • Train sewing operator trainees to maintain equipment as required.
  • Make sure sewing operator trainees utilize equipment safely and utilize methods to insure safe operation.
  • Help sewing operator trainees to properly set equipment to specific requirements.
  • Maintain any required documentation for completeness and accuracy.
  • Make sure sewing operator trainees adhere to company quality standards and procedures.
  • Make sure Sewing Operator trainees know how to use the light system to alert support personnel of machine difficulties, supply needs, etc.
  • Teach sewing operator trainees to work in courteous cooperation with other cluster team members.
  • Teach the “bumping” technique as appropriate within the cluster to reduce process bottlenecks.
Non-Essential Job Functions:
  • Works as a team to accomplish production and manufacturing goals
  • Other duties as assigned
Training: Necessary training will be provided on the job.

Qualifications:
            Education & Certifications: High School Diploma or GED preferred
             Experience: 3 years in a manufacturing environment preferred

Key Competencies: Initiative, Achievement Orientation, Analytical Thinking, Self Confidence, Teamwork and Collaboration  

Physical Requirements: Must be able to stand for duration of day and walk frequently

Working Conditions: Plant environment with constant background noise

EEO Statement: National Safety Apparel provides equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, disability, ancestry, age, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or any other protected group status as defined by law.

Benefits Offered:
  • Medical
  • HSA Plan
  • Voluntary Dental
  • Voluntary Vision
  • Employer-Paid Short-Term disability
  • Voluntary Long-Term Disability
  • Employer paid Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Voluntary Accident Insurance
  • Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
  • Voluntary Identity theft protection insurance
  • Voluntary Legal insurance
  • Retirement savings program 
  • Company Paid Holidays = 10 Paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program - Provides guidance for personal issues that affect your life
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • PTO
  • Bereavement
  • Jury Duty
  • Incentive Pay / Bonus
  • Referral Program
  • Confidential Employee Relief Fund
  • Annual Flu Shot Clinic
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Family Medical Leave
 

Salary : $19 - $20

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