Sewing Operator

Experience Required

none

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Education Or Experience Substitution

None

License(s) Required

NOne

Compensation

$17.54

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

4

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

6:30 am to 5:00 pm

Job Description

The Sewing Operator reports directly to the Production Supervisor and Line Lead. Sewing Operator will be performing the assembly and construction of protective-related apparel that meets customer specifications and expectations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• ABILITY TO UTILIZE RELATED EQUIPMENT TO ASSEMBLE APPAREL, MEETING EXPECTED QUALITY STANDARDS.

• MUST COMPREHEND AND UNDERSTAND PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS, AS WELL AS AN UNDERSTANDING OF ASSEMBLY REQUIREMENTS.

• ABILITY TO UNDERSTAND STITCH FORMATION AND PATTERN FIT FOR PROPER CONSTRUCTION.

• MUST BE WILLING TO LEARN HOW DIFFERENT COMPONENTS (THREAD, FINDINGS, AND TRIM) ARE APPLIED IN THE OPERATION TO MEET JOB SPECIFICATIONS.

• ABILITY TO UNDERSTAND BASIC EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE (OIL, CLEANING, ETC.).

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, work proactively and independently in a fast-changing environment.

• Good attendance record

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Light Carrying: Physically transporting items weighing less than 15 pounds from one location to another.

• Moderate Carrying: Physically carrying items weighing 15 to 44 pounds.

• Usage of Hands: Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm.

• Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with fingers (including thumb) and palm.

• Light Lifting: Raising objects under 15 pounds from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from one position to another.

• Moderate Lifting: Lifting objects between 15 to 44 pounds.

• Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers for sustained periods of time.

• Sitting: Sustained periods of time

• Visual Requirements: Ability to read computer screen and job cards (i.e. ability to read/see PC screens, detect color coding, read fine-print and/or standard-size print.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Displays ambitious, positive attitude

• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with site leadership and teammates. May be required to occasionally interact with suppliers and customers.

• Good communication skills (verbal and written).

• Ability to comprehend oral and/or written instructions.

• Ability to make decisions that have a moderate impact on immediate work.

• Ability to understand and follow basic instructions/guidelines.

• Ability to complete routine forms, use existing form letters, and/or to verbally communicate technical information.

• Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of communicating accurate information with others in a concise manner.

• Ability to accurately count

• Ability to read a ruler and understand the measurements.

• Ability to perform basic arithmetic skills to record, balance, and verify accuracy.

RELATIONSHIPS &CONTACTS:

• Communicates with Supervisors, Line Leads, management staff, Sewing Operators, Quality Inspectors, and other team members. May occasionally encounter customers, suppliers and corporate staff.

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Consistent schedule, quarterly bonus, on-site therapist, free employee assistance program, PTO, 11 Paid Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, 401K with employer matches 50% up to 6% each quarter 4 year vesting, Comprehensive Medical/Dental & Vision, Life, Critical illness, and Accident Insurance, Health Savings Account, Scholarship Opportunities for Dependents.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

Yes

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant

Yes

Veteran Preference

Yes

Background Check Required

Yes

Industry

Manufacturing

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

14653