What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intermediate/Experienced Sewing Machine Operator position at Wakes & Waves?
Overview
Wakes & Waves is a Long Island, NY based lifestyle brand and small batch accessory/apparel manufacturer currently seeking an intermediate to experienced cutter/sewing machine operator to join our dedicated production team. This is a perfect hands on role for someone who takes pride in their work, has an eye for detail, and enjoys helping create and craft various types of accessories while working as a part of our growing team.
Duties
- Accurately assemble, stitch, and help construct items in our product line (bags, totes, various accessories/apparel)
- Trace fabric patterns and precisely cut raw materials
- Work and collaborate with other team members to ensure efficiency and quality in sewing/production
- Monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions or defects, making necessary adjustments as needed.
- Maintain a clean, organized, safe workstation
Skills
- Proficient in sewing straight stitches, seams, and zippers with efficiency and an attention to detail
- Minimum 1-3 years of sewing experience on industrial machines (Juki, Brother, Singer, Consew, etc.)
- Ability to learn construction methods of 3 main items
- Skillfully know mechanical workings to operate sewing machine (stitch length, back-stitching, tension, bobbin winder, knee lift, etc.)
- Experience with or willing to learn cutting and grommet setting tools
- Ability to pick up a box of material (20lbs) and flip items inside or right side out with fingers
- Strong attention to detail and time management working both independently and with our team
Location (In-Person):
- Oceanside/East Rockaway, NY (5 min walk from LIRR Train Station)
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20