Apprentice - Industrial Sewing Machine Operator
About The Position
The Sewing Labs is seeking external candidates to enroll in our exclusive Sewing Salon Training Program. This program equips graduates with the tools they need to obtain a registered apprenticeship, allowing them to become professional certified Industrial Sewing Machine Operators. The training portion requires a nine-hour commitment each week, offering flexibility as trainees learn this new, in-demand skill. Submitting an application means committing to a workforce training program that includes 30 weeks of training with no-cost tuition (a $5,000 value), followed by 2,000 hours as a paid apprentice with numerous employers seeking trained stitchers in the greater Kansas City region. As with all US Department of Labor registered apprenticeship training programs, the Apprentice will enroll in and complete the required classroom training curriculum, which includes up to 270 hours of related technical instruction and approximately 2,000 hours of paid on-the-job training with a partner employer. This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to acquire the necessary skills to become a well-compensated, in-demand Industrial Sewing Machine Operator.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- No Experience Required
- Valid ID
- Must be eligible to work in the United States
- Must commit to 23 weeks of training (7 hours per week – two sessions of 3.5 hours each. Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00am to 12:30pm, with Friday mornings as needed)
- Must commit to 2,000 hours of paid apprenticeship with a local partner employer.
Responsibilities
- Enroll in and complete the required classroom training curriculum.
- Complete up to 270 hours of related technical instruction in a classroom setting.
- Complete approximately 2,000 hours of paid on-the-job training with a partner employer.
Benefits
- Snacks provided
- Growth opportunities
- Relaxed atmosphere
- Flexible working hours
- Lively atmosphere
- Safe work environment
- On-the-job training
- Casual work attire
- Regular social events
- Benefits will be offered during the paid apprenticeship. Benefits vary depending on each employer partner's unique benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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