Sewer - 2nd Shift

The Sewer - 2nd Shift safely operates industrial sewing machines to sew all products in accordance with company performance and quality standards.

Would you like to work in an international environment where you'll make a difference every day? At Permobil, we're looking for game-changers to join us as we innovate for individuals and develop the world's most advanced assistive solutions.

At Permobil, the people who use our products come first. Our purpose is to create advanced assistive solutions that make the lives of adults and children living with disabilities more enriching. Our people are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology to deliver innovations that improve lives. We are a sustainable and responsible business committed to continuous improvement, and our customers can trust us to provide market-leading solutions driven by insights-based clinical data.Our Sewing department in New Berlin, WI is now looking for a Sewer - 2nd Shift.

Key Tasks

• Read and follow work order specifications via Electronic Distribution of Orders (EDO) & order hard copies and/or white tickets to build and assemble quality parts in an accurate and timely fashion.
• Sew material according to product specifications.
• Operate all industrial sewing machines including single needle.
• Make minor machine adjustments.
• Meet QC standards in sewing operations.
• Perform routine machine maintenance.
• Flip completed covers.
• Maintain daily log on completed work.
• Maintain weekly sewing production percentage above 90%.
• Log cutting errors, such as too long, notches not cut, etc
• Monitor and stock work area with Velcro, buckles, zippers, zipper pulls and common loop.
• Follow and comply with all safety, work rules, regulations, ISO procedures, lean Initiatives and lean events.
• Maintain departmental housekeeping standards. Maintain 5'S Program.
• Assist in other departments, as needed, to ensure products are completed on time.
• Maintain Kanban System and participate in cycle counts.

Why Permobil is a great next step for you!

1. You'll make a difference. Every day

2. You'll make your mark as part of our future

3. You'll feel welcome from day one

4. You can have a lifestyle you love

Who you are

You are passionate, innovative, and ambitious.
You want to make a difference for others and feel fulfilled when you can see
the link between the work you do and positive improvements in the lives of
others. You search out opportunities and are prepared to go off the beaten
track to chase your dreams. You don't follow the herd - you find new ways of
working and go where you see potential to make your mark. You are a pioneer, a
revolutionary, a game-changer and you are who we're looking for.

Your Background

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
• Prior industrial sewing experience preferred.
• Experience working with Juki sewing machines preferred.
• Basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide).
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Ability to read, write, and understand instruction detail written and communicated in English.
• Good oral and written communication skills in order to interact with employees and supervisor.

Information

For information about the recruitment process, please contact the recruiter, Recruiting@Permobil.com

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More about Permobil

Permobil founder Dr. Per Udden believed that helping people achieve the greatest level of independence is a basic human right and, for over 50 years, Permobil has held fast to that belief. Permobil is a global leader in advanced rehabilitation technology, passionate about better understanding our users' needs and improving their quality of life through state-of-the-art healthcare solutions. Today, those solutions include power wheelchairs, seating and positioning products, power assist, and manual wheelchairs.

Permobil is part of Patricia Industries, a subsidiary of Investor AB, and is headquartered in Sweden. Permobil has 1600 team members in more than 15 countries around the world. For more information regarding the company's storied history and complete product line, visit permobil.com.