Flatlock Sewing Machine Operator Job Description Sample

Sewing Machine Operator

Responsibilities

• Machine Operators are responsible for the basic alteration of garments on customers' sales orders.

• Perform minor alterations in an accurate and timely manner

• Operate tailor shop equipment including, but not limited to, straight stitch machine, blind stitch machine, serger, and button machine

• Audit and inspect garments on sales orders prior to altering

• Ensure alterations are placed with correct order upon completion and press finished product

• Advise management of any breakdowns and maintenance needs immediately to ensure good routine preventive maintenance on all equipment

• Promote safe work practices at all times to ensure a safe work environment and report all safety issues requiring corrective action

• Contribute to building a positive team spirit and support the company's goals and objectives

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

• Available to work in all areas of production, as needed

• Performs other related duties and assignments as required

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Experience with a blind stitch sewing machine, steam press, sewing needles, scissors, and other items necessary to tailoring

• Experience with metal hooks, plastic bags, plastic packaging, cardboard boxes, box cutters, tape dispensers, and other materials necessary to the production and packaging of merchandise

• Ability to read and understand picking tickets

• Ability to meet deadlines, productivity standards, and complete work in a timely manner

• Possess a sense of urgency to work in a time sensitive, fast-paced team environment

• Ability to prioritize, multitask, organize with good hand-eye coordination

• Ability to pay attention to detail and maintain accuracy

• Must have good communication skills

• Able to learn new skills and follow directions

• Must be customer oriented

• Ability to work in all areas of production

• Ability to work well independently, as well as a vital member of a team

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks

• Effective time-management and organizational skills

• Houston, Texas area resident

• Authorized to work for any employer in the United States

Work Environment, Physical & Mental Demands

• Continuously standing, walking, sitting, reaching and working overhead, climbing, balancing, stooping, bending, kneeling, squatting, stretching, crouching, and crawling

• Frequent use of hands and fingers for grasping, reaching, pulling, and pushing

• Must utilize visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate equipment

• Ability to work at least 40 hours per week from the Company's Houston, Texas facility with flexibility based on business needs

• Regular and on-time attendance

• Able to lift and move up to 50 pounds

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with this job.

Position Summary

Sewing Machine Operators are responsible for the alteration of garments on customers' sales orders.

Key Accountabilities

• Perform alterations in an accurate and timely manner

• Operate tailor shop equipment including, but not limited to, a straight stitch machine, blind stitch machine, serger, and button machine

• Advise management of any breakdowns and maintenance needs immediately to ensure good routine preventive maintenance on all equipment

• Promote safe work practices at all times to ensure a safe work environment and report all safety issues requiring corrective action

• Contribute to building a positive team spirit and support the company's goals and objectives

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

• Available to work in all areas of production, as needed

• Performs other related duties and assignments as required

Skills, Abilities, Experience & Qualifications

• Ability to perform sewing functions using a blind stitch sewing machine, steam press, sewing needles, scissors, and other items necessary to tailoring

• Ability to read and understand alteration tickets

• Ability to meet deadlines, productivity standards, and complete work in a timely manner

• Possess a sense of urgency to work in a time sensitive, fast-paced team environment

• Ability to prioritize, multitask, organize with good hand-eye coordination

• Ability to pay attention to detail and maintain accuracy

• Must have good communication skills

• Able to learn new skills and follow directions

• Must be customer service oriented and possess a strong work ethic

• Ability to work in all areas of production

• Ability to work well independently, as well as a vital member of a team

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks

• Effective time-management and organizational skills

• Authorized to work for any employer in the United States

• Must be 18 years of age or older

Work Environment, Physical & Mental Demands

• Standing, walking, sitting, reaching and working overhead, climbing, balancing, stooping, bending, kneeling, squatting, stretching, crouching, and crawling

• Frequent use of hands and fingers for grasping, reaching, pulling, and pushing

• Must utilize visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate equipment

• Ability to work at least 40 hours per week with flexibility based on business needs

• Regular and on-time attendance

Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with this job.

Position Summary

Machine Operators are responsible for the basic alteration of garments on customers' sales orders.

Key Accountabilities

• Perform minor alterations in an accurate and timely manner

• Operate tailor shop equipment including, but not limited to, straight stitch machine, blind stitch machine, serger, and button machine

• Audit and inspect garments on sales orders prior to altering

• Ensure alterations are placed with correct order upon completion and press finished product

• Advise management of any breakdowns and maintenance needs immediately to ensure good routine preventive maintenance on all equipment

• Promote safe work practices at all times to ensure a safe work environment and report all safety issues requiring corrective action

• Contribute to building a positive team spirit and support the company's goals and objectives

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

• Available to work in all areas of production, as needed

• Performs other related duties and assignments as required

Skills, Abilities, Experience & Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Experience with a blind stitch sewing machine, steam press, sewing needles, scissors, and other items necessary to tailoring

• Experience with metal hooks, plastic bags, plastic packaging, cardboard boxes, box cutters, tape dispensers, and other materials necessary to the production and packaging of merchandise

• Ability to read and understand picking tickets

• Ability to meet deadlines, productivity standards, and complete work in a timely manner

• Possess a sense of urgency to work in a time sensitive, fast-paced team environment

• Ability to prioritize, multitask, organize with good hand-eye coordination

• Ability to pay attention to detail and maintain accuracy

• Must have good communication skills

• Able to learn new skills and follow directions

• Must be customer oriented

• Ability to work in all areas of production

• Ability to work well independently, as well as a vital member of a team

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks

• Effective time-management and organizational skills

• Houston, Texas area resident

• Authorized to work for any employer in the United States

Work Environment, Physical & Mental Demands

• Continuously standing, walking, sitting, reaching and working overhead, climbing, balancing, stooping, bending, kneeling, squatting, stretching, crouching, and crawling

• Frequent use of hands and fingers for grasping, reaching, pulling, and pushing

• Must utilize visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate equipment

• Ability to work at least 40 hours per week from the Company's Houston, Texas facility with flexibility based on business needs

• Regular and on-time attendance

• Able to lift and move up to 50 pounds

Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with this job.

Position Summary

Machine Operators are responsible for the basic alteration of garments on customers' sales orders.

Key Accountabilities

• Perform minor alterations in an accurate and timely manner

• Operate tailor shop equipment including, but not limited to, straight stitch machine, blind stitch machine, serger, and button machine

• Audit and inspect garments on sales orders prior to altering

• Ensure alterations are placed with correct order upon completion and press finished product

• Advise management of any breakdowns and maintenance needs immediately to ensure good routine preventive maintenance on all equipment

• Promote safe work practices at all times to ensure a safe work environment and report all safety issues requiring corrective action

• Contribute to building a positive team spirit and support the company's goals and objectives

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

• Available to work in all areas of production, as needed

• Performs other related duties and assignments as required

Skills, Abilities, Experience & Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Experience with a blind stitch sewing machine, steam press, sewing needles, scissors, and other items necessary to tailoring

• Experience with metal hooks, plastic bags, plastic packaging, cardboard boxes, box cutters, tape dispensers, and other materials necessary to the production and packaging of merchandise

• Ability to read and understand picking tickets

• Ability to meet deadlines, productivity standards, and complete work in a timely manner

• Possess a sense of urgency to work in a time sensitive, fast-paced team environment

• Ability to prioritize, multitask, organize with good hand-eye coordination

• Ability to pay attention to detail and maintain accuracy

• Must have good communication skills

• Able to learn new skills and follow directions

• Must be customer oriented

• Ability to work in all areas of production

• Ability to work well independently, as well as a vital member of a team

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks

• Effective time-management and organizational skills

• Houston, Texas area resident

• Authorized to work for any employer in the United States

Work Environment, Physical & Mental Demands

• Continuously standing, walking, sitting, reaching and working overhead, climbing, balancing, stooping, bending, kneeling, squatting, stretching, crouching, and crawling

• Frequent use of hands and fingers for grasping, reaching, pulling, and pushing

• Must utilize visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate equipment

• Ability to work at least 40 hours per week from the Company's Houston, Texas facility with flexibility based on business needs

• Regular and on-time attendance

• Able to lift and move up to 50 pounds

Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with this job.

Position Title: Operator Industrial Sewing Machine III

Reports to: Production Manager or Assigned Supervisor

Location: Sauk Rapids, MN

Job Summary:
An Operator Sewing Machine III operates equipment to join pre-cut materials, attach or insert components using: various mechanical equipment, electronically controlled single or multi-needle sewing machines; other equipment. Materials being sewn together have had other sewing operations performed where sewing tolerances have been altered. Since tolerances have been altered by previous sewing operations, these sewing tasks required additional skills to make pieces fit together due to variance among pieces. Sewer will also inspect and package various products produced and/or distributed by the company. This Operator Sewing Machine III Position will focus primarily on the processes of Inflate/Deflate, Tapping, and RF Welding, with a secondary focus on operating an industrial single needle sewing machine.

Job Duties:

• Operates single, multiple-needle, or automatic machines to join pre-cut materials, and/or attach zippers to other hardware.

• Starts and stops and controls speed of machine with controls and guides parts under needle following edges, seams or markings on pre-cut materials.

• Monitors stitching to detect defects to insure acceptable quality.

• Selects thread and other components according to bill of material.

• Thread machine, winds and changes the bobbin.

• Cuts excessive material or thread with scissors / nippers when necessary.

• Routinely check fabric for defects, runs, stains, missed stitches. Performs repairs on defected merchandise as needed.

• Performs required daily machine maintenance and adjustment. Includes but is not limited to adjusting thread tension, dusting machine, wipe off oil, adjust stitches per inch.

• Notifies sewing machine repair person when experiencing problems with machine.

• May be required to turn garments right side out, preparing garment for inspection, folding and packaging.

• Insert foam into assembled life vests according to specifications, counting correct number of layers of foam

• Thread belt through loops, thread buckle component onto webbing, and snap buckles shut.

• Affix UPC tag and Think Safe Pamphlet on vest with a ticket gun according to specifications.

• Place product in box and closes box using tape machine or hand tape and places boxes to be taken to warehouse.

• Perform the Inflate and Deflate process. Keep required records as set by quality standards.

• Completes required documentation including but not limited to recording production quantities, downtime, scrap, traceability, component usage

• Responsible for injury prevention and promoting safety by keeping work area neat, clean and organized.

• This position may require the ability to train and or mentor other Sewer II's.

• Participates in employee wellness and exercise program.

• Performs miscellaneous other assignments as required.

• Requires regular attendance to perform essential elements as listed above between the assigned start and end times for work.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

• Teamwork: Contributes to building a positive work environment. Interacts with fellow team members to build morale and maintain a sense of Coleman pride.

• Organizational Support: Follows policies and procedures; Supports the company's goals and values.

• Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve overall quality of finished product; Monitors own work and the work of others to ensure quality.

• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment and production schedules. Must be able to perform multiple tasks.

• Dependability: Follows written and verbal instructions, responds to management direction; Completes tasks on time at expected level of performance or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan that is agreed to. Interpreter will be provided by Coleman as required to confirm understanding.

• Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; sewing experience preferred.

• Language Skills:
  Ability to fill out production sheets and traceability sheets after training. Ability to communicate with other employees in the organization or notify assigned personnel there is an issue that needs to be addressed. Interpreter will be provided by Coleman as required to confirm understanding.

• Mathematical Skills:
  Ability to read numbers, count, add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Measure using a ruler.

• Reasoning Ability: Ability to comply with company's and regulatory agencies quality standards. Interpreter will be provided by Coleman as required to confirm understanding.

• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to sit for extended periods of time. The employee may be required to use fingers, hands and arms and foot pedal to operate machines and reach for, hold, grasp, push/pull, and handle material repetitively with a high degree of dexterity. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to limited moving mechanical equipment.

• PPE-Personal Protective Equipment: Safety Eyewear

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

• Industrial Sewing experience.

• RF Welder experience

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply.

• Attention to detail

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Paper Mate, Sharpie, Dymo, EXPO, Parker, Elmers, Coleman, Marmot, Oster, Sunbeam, FoodSaver, Mr. Coffee, Graco, Baby Jogger, NUK, Calphalon, Rubbermaid, Contigo, First Alert and Yankee Candle. For hundreds of millions of consumers, Newell Brands makes life better every day, where they live, learn, work and play. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

The Sewing Operator II performs sewing production labor as outlined in the work instructions and is responsible for performing a variety of sewing/production tasks with the intent of meeting production requirements. These activities include, but are not limited to sewing/assembly per the work instructions. Constructs end-use products using various materials.

The work is performed in a moderate to fast paced environment, is repetitive in nature, is detailed, requires critical adherence to established quality levels while requiring completion of task within timeframe assigned and workspace allowed. This position reports directly to the department supervisor or the respective group/line leader for assignments and assistance.

Essential Functions:

• Performs sewing production tasks utilizing provided machinery, tools, work stations, and templates per work instructions as required

• Sets up and performs tasks with industrial sewing machines

• Understands and implements job in accordance with BAE Systems Standard Work and Quality Standards while maintaining strict attention to detail and quality

• Conducts self-inspection/evaluation of processes performed to ensure required and/or expected results have been achieved per work instructions or guidance

• Fully understands and uses calibrated tools (rulers, scales, etc.)

• Identifies materials needed for job order, per route cards and/or bills of material notes on drawings

• Performs self-inspection to ensure products meet requirements as noted in drawings and route card work instructions

• Interprets drawings (internal and external), route cards, bills of material, and detailed work instructions

• Fabricates sewing and cutting templates from blueprints and sketches

• Identifies and maintains product and lot integrity

• Accurately records data in production logs and completes related paperwork

• Sews and binds assemblies including restraint systems and other related components

• May assist in the assembly process of a wide variety of products such as parachutes, seat covers, lap belts, shoulder harness of both prototype and production designs

• Presents First Article to Quality Auditors for in-process inspection

• Works in compliance with all BAE Systems safety rules and OSHA regulations

• Performs repetitive duties

City

Rochester

State

Minnesota

Telecommute

No

Department

Linen & Central Services

Position description

Must be able to manage and complete different sewing projects. Works with supervisor to facilitate smooth daily operations.

May be required to work at multiple sites. Must be flexible to respond to changing priorities and handle changing workflow. Receives, stores, collects, distributes, tracks, and transports linen (sterile, clean and/or soiled) throughout the Medical Center in a safe and efficient manner.

Operates equipment safely and correctly. Utilizes computer and hand held units for tracking of linen. Monitors linen and other QA/QC requirements. Completes other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent is required. On the job training is provided.

Must be able to read, write, have knowledge of basic mathematics, and understand English. Must be organized, efficient, communicate and problem solve. Must be able to work independently and/or in a team setting. Shift assignments may be altered to accommodate departmental/customer services.

A skills assessment test will be administered at the time of the interview, and a "PASS" score is required.

Additional qualifications

Must be proficient in using a sewing machine.

Exemption status

Non-exempt

Compensation Detail

Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended. The minimum pay rate is $16.17 per hour.

Benefits eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours / Pay period
80

Schedule details
8 hour variable day shifts

Weekend schedule
1 weekend out of 3

Site description

Mayo Clinic is located in the heart of downtown Rochester, Minnesota, a vibrant, friendly city that provides a highly livable environment for more than 34,000 Mayo staff and students. The city is consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States because of its affordable cost of living, healthy lifestyle, excellent school systems and exceptionally high quality of life.

Category

Support Services, Union

Job posting number
113697BR

Recruiter

Veronica Bartz

Equal opportunity employer

Mayo Clinic is an equal opportunity educator and employer (including veterans and persons with disabilities).

Overview

We are always in search of Difference Makers to help us generate solutions and solve problems so that we can continue flooring the imagination of our customers; while providing value to their lives. We're redefining flooring with products that not only minimize climate impact but also foster beauty and allow people to connect and thrive.

If you would like to make a direct impact with a multi-billion dollar Fortune 500 global leader in flooring fashions, while making the world a better place, then we have an exciting leadership opportunity for you!

Mohawk Industries is the world's largest flooring company – and we are growing. We are a Fortune 500 company (NYSE: MHK) and our competitive advantages are huge.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for operating an industrial sewing machine to secure all sides and corners of rugs.

• Responsible for performing this job in a quality and productive manner.

• Expected to maintain all housekeeping items and follow all housekeeping procedures associated with the position.

• Responsible for removing product off stacks and pulling product to the sewing machine.

• Responsible for removing improper sewing/binding and repairing thread breaks.

• Responsible for changing thread, binding, and/or needles.

• Responsible for pushing product to the tailburner.

Qualifications

Competencies:

• Prior sewing experience preferred

• Must be able to demonstrate ability to learn the operation of an industrial sewing machine

• Must be able to follow all safety rules

• Sustained employment of at least 6 months

• Prior experience in an industrial environment preferred

• must be able to stand, bend, stoop, push, and pull for the duration of a 10-hour shift

EOE MINORITIES / FEMALES / PROTECTED VETERANS / DISABLED

About Mohawk

Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk's vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone and vinyl flooring. Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements. Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Daltile, Durkan, IVC, Karastan, Marazzi, Mohawk, Mohawk Home, Pergo, and Quick-Step. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world's largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.

Overview

We are always in search of Difference Makers to help us generate solutions and solve problems so that we can continue flooring the imagination of our customers; while providing value to their lives. We're redefining flooring with products that not only minimize climate impact but also foster beauty and allow people to connect and thrive.

If you would like to make a direct impact with a multi-billion dollar Fortune 500 global leader in flooring fashions, while making the world a better place, then we have an exciting leadership opportunity for you!

Mohawk Industries is the world's largest flooring company – and we are growing. We are a Fortune 500 company (NYSE: MHK) and our competitive advantages are huge.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for operating an industrial sewing machine to secure all sides and corners of rugs.

• Responsible for performing this job in a quality and productive manner.

• Expected to maintain all housekeeping items and follow all housekeeping procedures associated with the position.

• Responsible for removing product off stacks and pulling product to the sewing machine.

• Responsible for removing improper sewing/binding and repairing thread breaks.

• Responsible for changing thread, binding, and/or needles.

• Responsible for pushing product to the tailburner.

Qualifications

Competencies:

• Prior sewing experience required

• Must be able to demonstrate ability to learn the operation of an industrial sewing machine

• Must be able to follow all safety rules

• Sustained employment of at least 6 months

• Prior experience in an industrial environment preferred

• must be able to stand, bend, stoop, push, and pull for the duration of a 10-hour shift

EOE MINORITIES / FEMALES / PROTECTED VETERANS / DISABLED

About Mohawk

Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk's vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone and vinyl flooring. Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements. Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Daltile, Durkan, IVC, Karastan, Marazzi, Mohawk, Mohawk Home, Pergo, and Quick-Step. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world's largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.