Sewing Machine Operator Trainer

National Safety Apparel • Chicago, IL

22d • $22 - $24

About The Position

Administer instructional sewing lessons to students. Throughout the duration of the training period, provide transparent feedback to the student, HR, and their department manager.

Requirements

• 2+ years of industrial sewing experience (full garment construction required)
• Passion for teaching, coaching, and developing others
• Strong communication skills (Intermediate English required)
• Basic computer skills (email, file management, navigating systems)
• Standing and/or walking for long periods of time; lifting up to 35 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in efficiency-based sewing preferred
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Bilingual skills are a strong plus, especially Cantonese

Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on sewing instruction using visual, auditory, and hands-on teaching methods
• Follow the Sewing Operator Training Checklist to ensure all students master key skills:
• Machine safety, maintenance, and function
• Material handling and garment quality
• Standard sewing applications in apparel manufacturing
• Production methods (team-based TSS flow or bundle production)
• NSA systems and communication tools
• Create a learning environment that promotes skill retention, confidence, and consistency
• Provide clear, constructive, and ongoing feedback to students, HR, and department managers
• Conduct formal and informal performance reviews
• Track and maintain detailed training records and progress reports
• Identify when students:
• Are ready for advancement or graduation
• Need additional support
• May not meet program expectations
• Partner with Quality, HR, and Production teams to:
• Determine class size and onboarding capacity
• Align training with production needs
• Recommend student placement after graduation
• Support development of Introductory Sewing Instructors
• Help drive best practices, efficiency, and organization within the sewing school
• Assist production teams with new product construction processes when needed
• Support lean and batch manufacturing training within production (as needed)
• Assist other departments as business needs change

Benefits

• Medical & HSA Plan
• Voluntary Dental & Vision
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance (company-paid + voluntary options)
• Voluntary benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Legal, Identity Protection)
• Retirement Savings Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Referral Bonus Program
• Transportation Benefits (Chicago)
• Paid Leave (Bereavement, Jury Duty, School Visitation, Blood Donation)
• Confidential Employee Relief Fund
• Volunteer Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees