SEWER - FLAT

Position Summary: Operates sewing machine to join cut fabric pieces for upholstering.  

Position Responsibilities:

•    Operates sewing machine to join cut fabric pieces for upholstering.

•    Remove cover from bins and separate (unbundle) to prepare for sewing.

•    Inspect fabric/material for any flaws and/or defects.

•    Selects thread according to colors of fabric.

•    Joins pieces together according to sewing notes using sewing machine.

•    Aligns pieces and any trimmings following seams, edges or markings on parts.

•    Checks for any puckering or bad seams.

•    Scans ticket to show work is complete.

•    Places completed cover in assigned buggy.

•    Responsible for fixing their own repairs before starting on new piece.

•    Maintains neat and orderly work station.

•    Wears required safety glasses.

•    Works safely and reports unsafe conditions to Department Supervisor.

•    Performs other duties as required by supervisor.

Essential Skills and Experience:

•    Must be able to read ticket and job notes for directions.

•    Must be able to sew throw pillows.

•    Must be able to sew stripes, flow match, spot, and 4 way design.

•    Must be able to topstitch finished seams.

•    Must be knowledgeable in sewing methods and be able to complete job to quality specifications.

•    May be required to operate a stand-up sewing machine.

•    Sew piece according to sewing notes.

•    Keep sewing notebook updated and in neat order.

•    English required for understanding of ticket, job notes and directions

Physical demands and work environment:

•    Lift / Carry: Frequently lifting less than 20 lbs.; occasionally lifting in excess of 35 lbs.; team lift greater

weights.

•    Push / Pull: Frequently pushing or pulling fabric to/from/on workstation weighing less than 10 lbs.

•    Sitting: Must be able to sit 8 hours.  Must be able to sit continuously for majority of work schedule.

•    Reach / Handle / Grasp: Repetitive use of feet and hands required. Must be able to use sewing machine and reach all areas of workstation. Repetitive pinching/pulling of fabric/leather depending on your job.

•    Tool Usage: Required to operate a sewing machine and use scissors on/off during entire shift to cut welt cords and clip corners.

•    Environment: Indoors, environmentally controlled; heated / air-conditioned.

•    Vision:  Color Determination, observation of patterns, fabric textures and dye tones for quality control.

•    Near Acuity: Requires close vision of less than 3 feet, with or without corrective lenses, for precision.