Sewing Operator

Williams-Sonoma • Booneville, MS

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The operator will use a sewing machine to join, reinforce, or perform related sewing operations in the manufacture of fabric into covers for upholstered furniture. Sewing operators will sew pre-cut fabric pieces per the quality specifications and Standard Operating Procedures for the assigned position, at a pace sufficient to achieve stated production efficiency requirements. The Sewing Operator position is located in Booneville, MS. You’ll be excited about this opportunity because you will.... Practice safe work practices and demonstrate safe work habits to the workforce and adhere to the Personal Protective Equipment standards of the company throughout the facility. Always adhere to the policies of Williams-Sonoma while performing any duties as assigned with a positive attitude and willing spirit to assist others in the department, facility, and the organization. Always acting with professional courtesy and the highest integrity. The associate will obtain sew-kit bundles weighing approximately 25 – 50 pounds from the designated delivery basket or area. Using a sewing machine, the operator will adhere to established sewing standards, including ½ inch seams, while keeping seams straight and in alignment with the cover pattern while assuring there are no drop stitches and tabs are sewn correctly per the Standard Operating Procedures for the assigned position. The selected candidate must assure that corners are sewn at 90-degree angles and not rounded and place the finished cover back into the bundle for inspection and further processing. The selected candidate will sew covers that meet the expected quality requirements of Sutter Street Manufacturing at a sufficient pace to meet or exceed the stated productivity requirements of 90% efficiency for the operation.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of sewing experience in production of upper-end upholstered furniture.
• This is an onsite and in office role.
• The associate must be able to pay attention to detail, work with their hands, and have experience in reading and understanding simple sewing instructions commonly placed in a sewing manual and possess the ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to assure productivity requirements are met.
• Must have good communication skills both oral and written as well as the ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Demonstrate the ability to keep accurate records and follow documented procedures and standards.
• Excellent time-management skills including ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to frequently lift bags weighing 25 -60lbs.
• Ability to sit or stand for 10-hour periods and bend and twist at waist and knees as required to sew covers.
• Ability to bend and twist as required to acquire and bundle kits.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 3 years of sewing experience in an upper-end upholstery manufacturing environment.
• Bilingual, English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Practice safe work practices and demonstrate safe work habits to the workforce and adhere to the Personal Protective Equipment standards of the company throughout the facility.
• Always adhere to the policies of Williams-Sonoma while performing any duties as assigned with a positive attitude and willing spirit to assist others in the department, facility, and the organization.
• Always acting with professional courtesy and the highest integrity.
• The associate will obtain sew-kit bundles weighing approximately 25 – 50 pounds from the designated delivery basket or area.
• Using a sewing machine, the operator will adhere to established sewing standards, including ½ inch seams, while keeping seams straight and in alignment with the cover pattern while assuring there are no drop stitches and tabs are sewn correctly per the Standard Operating Procedures for the assigned position.
• The selected candidate must assure that corners are sewn at 90-degree angles and not rounded and place the finished cover back into the bundle for inspection and further processing.
• The selected candidate will sew covers that meet the expected quality requirements of Sutter Street Manufacturing at a sufficient pace to meet or exceed the stated productivity requirements of 90% efficiency for the operation.

Benefits

• Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products.
• 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities.
• Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations).
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees