Sewing Machine Operator

Multifab•Spokane Valley, WA

4d•$18 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

A Sewing Machine Operator will tend and control industrial sewing machines to create both garments and non-garments items. They will use pattern and written instructions to guide their work.

Requirements

Some experience with sewing machines
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to sit for long periods of time
Reliable and able to work in a team environment
Able to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain sewing machines and related parts, including pattern plates, needles, presser feet, automatic cutting tools and blades
Read and interpret work orders and adjust machines and materials to match, including selecting fabric, thread and needles, mounting necessary attachments and double-checking settings before beginning a large run
Inspect and repair finished products as needed and make machine adjustments to compensate for errors or quality issues
Record accurately the materials used, maintenance performed and number of pieces completed during each shift, keeping each of these metrics within target ranges
Attach elastic, cord, zippers, hooks, buttons and other trimmings to sewn pieces according to work order instructions and diagrams
Prepare materials for machine embroidery and other automatic embellishment, including securing fabric in hoops, templates or clamps and guiding into machine
Troubleshoot basic machinery problems and request service or repairs as needed
Verify fabrics, threads, and parts
Monitor machine operation to detect problems such as defective stitching, breaks in thread, or machine malfunctions
Meet or exceed consistent daily and weekly output and quality goals
Communicate in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner with all employees, customers, management, and others with whom we may work
Contribute to a successful work group and foster a team-oriented culture through positive interactions, active listening, meaningful collaborations, high employee engagement, and the constructive exchange of ideas designed to meet or exceed the organization’s strategic goals
Complete special projects and other duties as assigned to meet team, department and Company goals while actively demonstrating accountability and responsibility for achieving desired outcomes and measurable results.
Other duties will be assigned during the course of employment