Sewing Machine Mechanic

Hunter Douglas Window Fashions DivisionAugusta, GA
35d$17 - $25

About The Position

The Sewing Machine Mechanic will be responsible for performing setup, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance on industrial sewing machines.

Requirements

  • High school graduate
  • Technical training
  • 2 years' related experience in sewing and production machines
  • Able to use and read a tape measure
  • General knowledge of fabrics and hand cutting of fabrics
  • Ability to use production equipment
  • Ability to use hand and power tools
  • Capable of standing for extended periods of time
  • Capable of lifting on a continuous basis
  • Strong attention to details
  • Follow written and verbal instructions

Nice To Haves

  • Minor plumbing, carpentry, and electrical knowledge are preferred
  • OSHA certified

Responsibilities

  • Perform setup, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance on industrial sewing machines.
  • Make unscheduled repairs on production equipment during production and perform scheduled maintenance during machine servicing.
  • Read and interpret manuals to perform required maintenance and service.
  • Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test, and adjust equipment.
  • Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment.
  • Ensure proper use and maintenance of production equipment.
  • Assist in training sewing machine operators in the proper setup and operation of machines.
  • Comply with all facility safety rules and regulations.
  • Comply with OSHA safety and health rules.
  • Report any unsafe practices and/or conditions to your supervisor.
  • Maintain floor safety discipline by interceding with fellow employees who may engage in rule violations and/or unsafe, unhealthy activities.
  • Communicate to management those employees who persist in violations of safety rules and/or procedures.
  • Wear required personal protective equipment properly and report any defective PPE.
  • Report all near misses, accidents, injuries, or illnesses, including Muscular Skeletal symptoms or disorders.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.
  • Able to use and read a tape measure
  • General knowledge of fabrics and hand cutting of fabrics
  • Ability to use production equipment and hand/power tools
  • Capable of standing for extended periods
  • Capable of lifting on a continuous basis
  • Regularly required to talk and hear
  • Requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching
  • Frequently lift and/or move objects over 35 pounds
  • Specific vision abilities required (close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth vision, and ability to focus)
  • Repeating motions involving wrists, hands, and/or fingers
  • Wear safety shoes (steel-toed)
  • Wear safety glasses that meet ANSI Z87.1+
  • Wear earmuffs with an NPR (noise reduction rating) of 30 dB

Benefits

  • Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
  • A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
  • Time off with pay
  • 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
  • Paid parental leave
  • Wellness programs and product discounts

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Industry

Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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