sewing machine operator

Government of Canada; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking skilled individuals for sewing-related tasks. Candidates should possess a high school graduation certificate and experience in sewing and cleaning. The role involves operating sewing machines, performing minor repairs, and requires attention to detail and manual dexterity. This position is on-site in Mississauga.

Qualifications

• Sewing experience in a commercial setting preferred.
• Ability to distinguish between colours.
• Experience with upholstery cleaning considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• Operate machines to join sections of garments or other articles.
• Sew by hand or operate sewing machines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Safety glasses/goggles

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks

• Perform minor repairs and adjustments to equipment
• Operate machines to join sections of garments or other articles into finished products on a piece-work or production basis
• Operate sewing machines or sew by hand

Experience and specialization Sewing experience

• Commercial

Cleaning experience

• Upholstery

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Manual dexterity
• Repetitive tasks

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)
• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Safety glasses/goggles

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability