What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sewing Machine Operator position at UTS Systems?
6051 North Lee Highway
Fairfield
VA 24435
UTS Systems is a rapidly growing defense contractor that manufactures expeditionary shelter systems for the United States Military and our Allied Forces. We are seeking high quality and energetic production personnel to work at our Fairfield, VA headquarters in the areas of fabric welding, sewing, and shelter integration with on-the-job training.
Sewing Machine Operator:
The Sewing Department at UTS is a high energy group where speed and consistency are key.
In this position, you will produce military component parts for shelters from various types of vinyl fabric.
What we offer:
- Competitive pay
- Four-day work week, day shift
- Climate controlled, safe, clean work environment
- Strong benefits package o Medical, dental, vision, life, short term disability, long term disability o 3 weeks’ vacation annually plus 10 holidays that includes 3 floating holidays, 401k plan
Essential Qualifications:
- Ability to sit for long periods of time.
- Ability to lift 40 lb.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work alone and as a member of a team.
- Aptitude to learn on the job and follow the manufacturing processes.
- Ability to communicate and solve problems with team members.
Essential Duties:
- Operate sewing machine equipment.
- Perform all sewing assembly operations.
- Read and understand written instructions and follow markers and drawings.
- Perform basic sewing machine cleaning and maintenance.
- Always keep the work area clean.
- Follows safety protocol.
- Maintain positive attitude and willingness to perform other duties assigned by management.
No experience necessary. If you are willing to learn, and have a strong work ethic, please apply for an opportunity to be a part of this dynamic team.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!
VETERANS STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $34,047 - $47,746