Machine Op-Sewing

Peoria Manpower•Peoria, IL

18d•Onsite

About The Position

PPS ATTENDANCE LINE: 309-683-0777 - BE SURE TO CALL PPS AND MANPOWER IF ABSENT OR LATE Industrial Sewer: Please note that the Industrial Sewer interview would include a hands on test on a company sewing machine. Sets up sewing machine and selects threads. · Discusses daily work requirements with the supervisor or lead person. · Ensures that tasks are completed according to customer specifications. · Alters the machine settings to suit the type of material. · Uses marking pencil to track the area that must be sewn or cut. · Follows appropriate instructions per job, positions the material together, and guides it through the machine. · Inspects material and finished products to ensure that they meet customer specifications. · Keeps samples of finished products to reference at a later date.. · Performs general preventative maintenance on sewing equipment. · Helps put kits together or assists on the packing line when needed · Creates prototypes and samples of material when asked to. · Other duties as assigned. Strength/Physical Demands: · Must have steady hands and good eyesight (with or without glasses). · Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. · Regularly required to sit for long periods of time while tasks are being performed. Work Conditions: · Must be willing to work 40 hours per week. · Worker has moderate supervision at all times. · The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: · Experience using industrial sewing equipment and methods, needle sizes, fabrics, and machine-threading techniques. · Must have good sewing skills and an eye for detail. · Skill to perform tasks neatly, accurately and carefully. · Skill to work in a team oriented environment. · Ability to handle pressure of deadlines and stay patient while tasks are being performed. · Ability to perform tasks of a repetitive nature. · Ability to follow instructions and remain focused. · Ability to use a ruler to measure material before sewing. · Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other employees. Education/Experience: · No specific educational requirements. · 1 year experience with sewing operations in a production facility. Potential hazard exposure may include: Dust, slip and fall, cuts or abrasions from using power tools.

Requirements

Must have steady hands and good eyesight (with or without glasses).
Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
Must be willing to work 40 hours per week.
Experience using industrial sewing equipment and methods, needle sizes, fabrics, and machine-threading techniques.
Must have good sewing skills and an eye for detail.
Skill to perform tasks neatly, accurately and carefully.
Skill to work in a team oriented environment.
Ability to handle pressure of deadlines and stay patient while tasks are being performed.
Ability to perform tasks of a repetitive nature.
Ability to follow instructions and remain focused.
Ability to use a ruler to measure material before sewing.
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other employees.
1 year experience with sewing operations in a production facility.

Responsibilities

Sets up sewing machine and selects threads.
Discusses daily work requirements with the supervisor or lead person.
Ensures that tasks are completed according to customer specifications.
Alters the machine settings to suit the type of material.
Uses marking pencil to track the area that must be sewn or cut.
Follows appropriate instructions per job, positions the material together, and guides it through the machine.
Inspects material and finished products to ensure that they meet customer specifications.
Keeps samples of finished products to reference at a later date.
Performs general preventative maintenance on sewing equipment.
Helps put kits together or assists on the packing line when needed
Creates prototypes and samples of material when asked to.
Other duties as assigned.