Sewing Machine Operator

Gsp Marketing Technologies•Lenexa, KS

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Sewing Machine Operator position is responsible for operating industrial sewing machines to complete hanging signs and graphics for retail displays using a variety of fabrics and materials. Operates in a high-volume production facility. Custom Color, a GSP Company, is a large format graphics production that delivers photographic-quality printing, visual displays, fixtures, and sourcing to iconic fashion retailers. Custom Color has been in business since 1979, we then became a GSP Company in 2020. We have one goal: To Make Retail Better. Our clients would not find us one of the best without the people dedicated to making retail better. We want you to join in on this goal! GSP Companies is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. GSP Companies is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Requirements

Ability to read and write English
Available for weekend work schedules and overtime, as required
Required to lift up to a minimum of 50lbs
Required to follow safety instructions and adhere to safety procedures

Responsibilities

Assembles graphics and hems per established work instructions utilizing sewing machines. This includes sewing beading to fabric, applying hardware and fasteners, and using decorative seams
Operates sewing machines using foot lever and hand control, with the ability to QC product on the fly
Aligns fabric, backing, aluminum stays, elastic, Velcro, follows seams, edges, or marking
Trims excess threads and edges of parts
Uses gauges to insure proper placement of stitches on each piece of fabric
Sorts, folds and stacks fabrics, borders or panels as needed
Changes needles and threads machines as needed