Sewing Machine Operator

OW Lee • Comfort, TX

20h

About The Position

The Sewing Machine Operator is primarily responsible is sewing cushions and decorative pillows. The Sewing Machine Operator performs the following duties in a fast-paced environment: sewing, cutting, threading, cleaning, oiling, and housekeeping in and around the machine and production area. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Sew all cushions, pillows, umbrellas, etc according to the design specifications, maintaining proper stitches per inch and seam overlap. Locate the hook & loop ties according to the design specifications in order for the cushion to be placed on the specific frame it is designed for on the proper side, front & back, top & bottom and the law label in correct located on the cushion, and the stack of different labels in the correct order. Use the correct color thread & bobbin thread per your supervisor's instruction. Make sure cushions are handled properly and that they are kept clean and away anything that may potentially damage or stain them. Make sure stitching (stitches per inch) and overlap are maintained according the established standards. Make sure ties are placed on the cushion according design specifications, and in the proper direction & location for proper use. Make sure ties are cut sewn to the proper length according to design specifications, and that a hook and loop are put together as a group in order to secure the cushion to the frame. Observe that the various fabric patterns are properly sewn together in order for the designated center is centered, stripes meet each other and the top of a pattern is facing up on the different cushion designs. Take extra care when working with COM or other special fabrics in order to reduce errors and rework. Complete various tasks and duties as assigned correctly and on time. Use only established procedures for assigned tasks. Inspect your work for quality and to make sure it meets specifications. Keep work area clean and picked up. Always strive to increase productivity. Pay close attention to any machinery you may be operating & make sure it is operating properly. Notify your supervisor as soon as you notice the machine not operating properly. If you are unsure what to do or use at any time, ask your supervisor. Other duties as assigned SAFETY : Understand thoroughly the Company's work and workplace safety policies and procedures. Follow all company safety policies, other policies & procedures. Watch for employees who are not wearing proper safety equipment or are committing safety violations, and report any incidents to your Lead, Supervisor, or Manager as soon as possible. Notify the department Lead Supervisor or Manager immediately of any serious situation to correct the situation.

Requirements

• 1 year Sewing Experience required
• Ability to sew fabric specifications efficiently and accurately
• Ability to speak and read in either English or Spanish.
• Posses basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Be able to ask for further direction or help when not sure of what to do or is being asked of you.
• Required to stand and walk throughout the day
• Regular use of hands to fingers handles or feels.
• Required to reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to lift, move and carry up to 50 lbs.
• May be required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Specific vision abilities required may include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• Industrial Sewing Machines experience
• Experience sewing heavy fabrics
• Experience operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining sewing machine
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sew all cushions, pillows, umbrellas, etc according to the design specifications, maintaining proper stitches per inch and seam overlap.
• Locate the hook & loop ties according to the design specifications in order for the cushion to be placed on the specific frame it is designed for on the proper side, front & back, top & bottom and the law label in correct located on the cushion, and the stack of different labels in the correct order.
• Use the correct color thread & bobbin thread per your supervisor's instruction.
• Make sure cushions are handled properly and that they are kept clean and away anything that may potentially damage or stain them.
• Make sure stitching (stitches per inch) and overlap are maintained according the established standards.
• Make sure ties are placed on the cushion according design specifications, and in the proper direction & location for proper use.
• Make sure ties are cut sewn to the proper length according to design specifications, and that a hook and loop are put together as a group in order to secure the cushion to the frame.
• Observe that the various fabric patterns are properly sewn together in order for the designated center is centered, stripes meet each other and the top of a pattern is facing up on the different cushion designs.
• Take extra care when working with COM or other special fabrics in order to reduce errors and rework.
• Complete various tasks and duties as assigned correctly and on time.
• Use only established procedures for assigned tasks.
• Inspect your work for quality and to make sure it meets specifications.
• Keep work area clean and picked up.
• Always strive to increase productivity.
• Pay close attention to any machinery you may be operating & make sure it is operating properly.
• Notify your supervisor as soon as you notice the machine not operating properly.
• If you are unsure what to do or use at any time, ask your supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned
• Understand thoroughly the Company's work and workplace safety policies and procedures.
• Follow all company safety policies, other policies & procedures.
• Watch for employees who are not wearing proper safety equipment or are committing safety violations, and report any incidents to your Lead, Supervisor, or Manager as soon as possible.
• Notify the department Lead Supervisor or Manager immediately of any serious situation to correct the situation.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Plan
• All medical deductions are pre-tax.
• The company pays for Life & AD& D insurance for $ 15,000 at no cost to the employee.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan

What This Job Offers

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