Sewing Machine Operator

Sewing Machine Operator I - Asheville

Reports to: Production Supervisor via Trainer

Supervises: N/A

Summary Statement: The person in this position is training to use various machines used in industrial sewing following established work and safety procedures.

Essential Job Functions

• Check all safety devices, assuring they are in place and in working order prior to operating the machine.
• Prior to sewing, inspect and repair any operations incorrectly done, including unacceptable stiches on materials provided to you.
• Thread machine and change bobbin as needed.
• Following the trainer or supervisor’s instructions, perform assigned sewing tasks.

Non-Essential Job Functions

• Attend training and meetings as scheduled.
• Perform other duties as apparent or assigned.

Qualifications

Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Must be able to follow verbal instructions.
• Must have the dexterity to operate various industrial sewing machines.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 10 pounds.
• Must consistently meet production and quality standards of a Level IV operator.
• Must consistently exceed production and quality standards of a Level III operator.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Must be able to follow verbal instructions.
• Must have the dexterity to operate various industrial sewing machines.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 10 pounds.
• Must meet efficiency standards in order to move to Sewing Machine Operator II.

Education and Work Experience

• No experience needed

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