Sewing Machine Operator- Level 2

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Sewing Machine Operator Level II performs intermediate sewing operations involving larger garment sections, longer seams, and more complex construction processes. This level requires greater skill in controlling fabric alignment, seam quality, and multi-layer construction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform sewing operations longer than 15 inches.
• Sew together large garment components such as liner and shell assemblies.
• Execute long topstitch operations.
• Operate double-needle machines with split bar.
• Sew long curves and multi-layer seams.
• Perform hemming operations including liner hems.
• Construct garment areas such as:
  • Bottom hems
  • Waist cuffs
  • Pant legs
• Install zippers across one or two layers of fabric (most occurrences).
• Maintain production quality and efficiency standards.

Machine Types

• Single needle machines (advanced operations)
• Double needle machines with split bar
• Hemming machines
• Zipper sewing operations

Complexity Level

• Multi-layer garment assembly
• Long seams and structural garment components

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: High School diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Experience:  Intermediate knowledge of industrial sewing machine operations preferred but not required, such as single or double needle etc.
• Specific Skills: Must be able to follow verbal or written instructions.
• Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.: None required.
• Other Skills and Abilities: Good mechanical aptitude to be able to make machine adjustments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Occasionally stands and walks.
• Frequently sits. Continuously gasps.
• Must be able to lift/move up to 10 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• May be exposed to loud manufacturing work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled