Sewing Machinist

Formac Products; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Flexible hours

Small, family-run environment

Supportive team

Job summary

Formac Products Pty in Burwood, VIC is seeking an experienced Industrial Sewing Machinist to join a small, friendly team. The role focuses on industrial sewing, zip insertion and overlocking of bedding products using dedicated machinery.

An immediate start is available for the right candidate, with competitive hourly rates based on experience. The successful applicant will have extensive sewing experience, be able to operate industrial plain sewing and overlocking machines, and work

Qualifications

• Extensive industrial sewing experience (10+ years preferred).
• Proven experience operating industrial plain sewing and overlocking machines.
• Experience with zips and bedding or similar textile products.

Responsibilities

• Plain sewing and zips using automatic industrial sewing machines with leg-operated foot controls.
• Industrial overlocking of bedding products.
• Folding, packing and preparing finished products.
• Maintaining consistent quality and attention to detail.
• Working efficiently and independently to meet production requirements.

Skills

Industrial sewing experience

Sewing machine operation

Zip insertion

Bedding/textile experience

Tools

Industrial sewing machines

Job description

Sewing Machinist - Experienced – Burwood, VIC

Flexible Hours | Competitive Hourly Rate | Immediate Start

About the Role

We are a well-established, family-run business based in Burwood, Victoria, seeking an experienced Industrial Sewing Machinist to join our small, friendly team.

The role involves industrial sewing, zip insertion and overlocking of bedding products using industrial sewing machinery. We are looking for a reliable, skilled machinist who takes pride in producing quality work and can work efficiently with minimal supervision.

An immediate start is available for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Plain sewing and zips using automatic industrial sewing machines with leg-operated foot controls
• Industrial overlocking of bedding products
• Folding, packing and preparing finished products
• Maintaining consistent quality and attention to detail
• Working efficiently and independently to meet production requirements

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Extensive industrial sewing experience (10+ years preferred)
• Proven experience operating industrial plain sewing and overlocking machines
• Experience with zips and working with bedding or similar textile products
• Strong attention to detail and a high standard of workmanship
• The ability to work independently and maintain consistent productivity
• A reliable, punctual and hardworking attitude
• Availability to start immediately

Please note: This position requires an experienced industrial machinist and is not suitable for beginners or those without industrial sewing experience.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rates based on experience and skill
• Flexible working hours
• A friendly, supportive, family-run working environment
• A small team where your skills and experience are genuinely valued
• Established production processes and quality materials
• A stable and respectful workplace

About Us

We are a small, family-operated business in Burwood, specialising in the manufacture of quality bedding products.

We take pride in our workmanship, attention to detail and commitment to producing consistently high-quality products. We value experienced machinists who bring practical skills, reliability and a strong work ethic to our team.