Sewing Lead

PD Instore•Minneapolis, MN

2d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

MISSION PD Instore is a future-forward creator of brand solutions that enlightens, inspires, and transforms the consumer’s experience. ABOUT PD Founded in 1938, PD is a world-renowned design-to-build partner that crafts custom, future-forward brand solutions for some of the largest brands in retail. Summary The Sewing Lead performs all tasks involved in the sewing department including cutting, measuring, sewing and inspecting. This position is responsible for the continual assessment of department processes to ensure the team is operating at the highest level of speed and quality to meet client expectations.

Requirements

Ability to read a tape measure
Ability to read and understand patterns and prints
Willingness and flexibility to perform various job tasks in the shop
Ability to demonstrate and apply our workplace values
Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment
High School Diploma or GED
Industrial Sewing experience is a must
6 months previous experience in manufacturing
Walking, sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling and lifting may be required throughout the workday.

Responsibilities

Operate equipment to cut, sew and adjust machine functions as necessary using dials, pedals, levers, panel buttons, etc
Perform hot knife cuts and sew gaskets
Sew rod pockets and/or keder/gasket to the edges of printed graphics
Monitor quality throughout the shift by inspecting each part before and after it is produced for dirt, debris, and quality
Keep supplies readily available and organized
Maintain a clean and organized work environment
Count, sort, and stack finished work pieces and dispose of waste material
Clearly label raw material, work in progress, and finished goods
Direct employees as needed to increase productivity and complete work on time
Assist in production and packaging areas as time allows
Flexibility to work between jobs, job classifications, and buildings as directed by management
Clean workstation and the shop floor as needed
Provide training and support for less skilled employees
Ensure that company’s safety regulations and procedures are followed
Performs other related duties as assigned
Fosters a culture that values family, innovation, collaboration and empowerment
Follows all safety and workplace policies