Sewing Machine Operator: Mon-Fri -First shift only. OT Available

Covercraft Industries LLC • Landrum, SC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Covercraft Industries, LLC is a leading branded manufacturer of Automotive, Marine, and Recreational Vehicle protection products, as well as a market leader in outdoor protection products for Home and Garden since 1965. We are rapidly expanding and seeking energetic, goal-oriented new team members to join our growth in these exciting industries. With nearly 1000 team members in 7 US states and operations in Mexico, our Landrum, SC operations are the home of our Carver brand of quality boat covers and marine accessories. Our Mission is to design and manufacture quality products that protect the things that move you. Our Goal and Vision is to be the most sought-after source for customers seeking to protect their investments, hobbies, adventures and memories. Covercraft expects to accomplish this by embracing our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, Innovation and being Customer-Focused.

Requirements

• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Compliance with company safety, attendance, and all other company policies.
• Good communication skills with peers and supervisors.
• Sewing skills and the ability to cross-train on hemming, overlock, felling, single needle, binding and tacking processes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequently changing priorities.
• Some computer knowledge and ability to utilize data collection systems, including data entry into a tablet or computer.
• Knowledgeable use of sewing machine (e.g., changing needle, changing thread, and bobbins).
• Must have 20/20 vision or corrected to 20/20.
• Ability to stand for a full shift.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work in a moderate noise level.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to reach, stretch, and bend.
• Ability to perceive colors and shades of colors.

Nice To Haves

• 1 to 3 months industrial sewing and/or training preferred but not required.
• Basic knowledge of all job functions within the department and ability to assist in all areas as needed (Sewing Lead).
• Ability to count production work and report to supervisor (Sewing Lead).
• Ability to train new sewing personnel (Sewing Lead).
• Ability to communicate with Supervisor to assist with problem solving and offer suggestions for continuous improvement (Sewing Lead).
• Ability to set up daily workflow and assist department personnel in solving any work in process problems (Sewing Lead).
• Knowledge of the location of all items within the department and ability to assist with locating them (Sewing Lead).
• Ability to fill in for Supervisor at meetings as needed (Sewing Lead).
• Ability to assist manager in handling daily personnel issues (Sewing Lead).
• Capability to assemble Marine Custom products, including hook and loop sewing operations, special strap installation, and patches (Level 3 Custom Operator).
• Ability to decipher assembly process of one-of-a-kind products via pattern sheets and working knowledge of boat types, covers, and required assembly processes (Level 3 Custom Operator).

Responsibilities

• Perform sewing functions to assemble parts of products under limited supervision.
• Receive product parts, learn the order of parts, draw threads through needles, and adjust machine functions to meet sewing project requirements.
• Solve problems and work as a team to continuously improve production processes and achieve daily production goals.
• Complete assigned sewing work with acceptable productivity and output rates.
• Notify supervisors of any problems or discrepancies during the sewing process.
• Perform daily maintenance on machines in the area as assigned.
• Practice energy conservation, such as turning off machines when not in use.
• Follow instructions and complete other work as assigned.
• Assist with inventory.
• Handle daily personnel issues.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision
• 401(k) Retirement Plan/Employer Matching
• Supplemental voluntary benefits (STD, Life, Accident)
• Generous PTO Policy: beginning at 80 hours the 1st year of employment -> 120 hrs. 2nd year of employment
• Paid holidays
• Paid Bereavement
• FSA -Flexible Spending Account
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Educational Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed