Sample Sewer

Essential Job Duties:

• Operate sewing machines to handle, position, and move garment materials efficiently through the stitching process.
• Thread machines, change bobbins, and replace needles as needed to maintain workflow.
• Sew various garment components together, including zippers, hook-and-loop fasteners, webbing, pockets, openings, and daypacks.
• Perform repairs and rework on non-conforming materials identified during the inspection process.
• Operate a variety of sewing equipment, including Single Needle, Double Needle, Buttonhole Machine, Button Sewing Machine, Bar Tacking Machine, Binding Machine, and Merro Machine.
• Inspect sewing machines regularly to identify defects in stitching or mechanical issues.
• Execute specialized stitching patterns and techniques independently, without supervision.
• Adapt to different departments and support sewing operations wherever needed.
• Review trim sheets and verify that materials are cut to the correct length prior to sewing.
• Identify and document discrepancies in trim sheets, reporting corrections to the project owner.
• Collaborate with project owners and interpret patterns to develop prototypes, even without existing samples.
• Maintain high attention to detail and consistently pursue quality in all tasks.
• Keep work area clean and organized to support safety and efficiency.
• Follow all company safety and quality standards in daily operations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support production and team goals.

Education & Experience:

• No formal education is required, but candidates must successfully pass a skills assessment.
• Minimum 3 years of sewing experience at Point Blank, with proven ability to independently analyze and construct garment samples — including closures and topstitching.
• Must qualify by passing the Point Blank Level 4 Sewing Test.
• Basic English proficiency required — must be able to read, write, and understand work and safety instructions.
• Basic math skills and ability to operate a calculator.
• Must be able to read and interpret ruler measurements accurately.
• Legal Requirement: Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident) to comply with federal contracting regulations. Must be a US person as defined by ITAR.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

• Ability to sit for extended periods while performing detailed, hands-on tasks.
• Frequent reaching, bending, pulling, and occasional lifting of materials up to 15 pounds.
• Repetitive hand and arm movements required for sewing and material handling.
• Good visual acuity and fine motor skills necessary for precision work and equipment operation.