Sewing Machine Operator-1st Shift

Job ID: 188158
Location: Independence, VA
Employment Type: Light Industrial


JOB TITLE: Sewing Machine Operator POSITION SUMMARY:

Operates a sewing machine to produce products of varying sizes and styles based on company needs. 

Will be cross-trained on multiple sewing machines and products. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Operates single needle sewing machines and guides material under needles, following edges, seams or markings. 

• Assembles pieces using various sewing techniques. 

• Set up and maintain industrial sewing machines. 

• Examines sections of finished articles for defects and cuts off excess material and threads. 

• Assembles pieces or sews the whole product. 

• Carries out basic maintenance of hand tools and machines. 

• Maintains quality and quantity daily. 

• Assist in helping other operators to maintain production and quality. 

• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures. 

• Fill out inspection, work orders and process records. 

• Other tasks as assigned by Management. 

• Maintains the cleanliness of the general working area and machinery. 

• Other duties as assigned by management. 

• Enjoy practical and manual work. 

• Able to work as part of a team and without direct supervision 

• Able to produce product to defined specifications. 

• Able to work under production deadlines. 

• Must have excellent hand and eye coordination. 

• Must be able to read tape measure and use measurement gauges. 

• Must have a keen sense to detail. 

1st shift 5am-3:15pm Monday-Thursday