Sewing Machine Operator

Starfield LION Company; Toronto; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Paid Vacation

Vision Care Benefits

Life Insurance

RRSP Matching Retirement Savings Plan

Company Events

Job summary

Starfield LION is a leading North American manufacturer of PPE for firefighters and first responders. We produce turnout suits and rescue wear to help protect those who protect others.

We are hiring a Sewing Operator to assemble firefighter turnout suits according to specifications, with a focus on meeting customer requirements and on-time delivery. This role supports a purpose-driven team committed to safety and quality. Apply to join a company that values teamwork and hands-on impact.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Previous experience operating industrial sewing equipment.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well in a team.
• Self-motivated and organized.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sewing machine (single, double, or multi-needle serger).
• Sew gear according to job specifications and cards.
• Prepare machine (needles, thread, oiling, bobbins) and set up attachments.
• Meet delivery deadlines with quality and production goals in mind.
• Understand quality requirements and how your work affects delivery and customer specs.
• Maintain clean and safe sewing area.
• Follow instructions and company rules.

Skills

Industrial sewing equipment

Team player

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Sewing machine

Overlock/serger

Job description

Looking for a job with a purpose? Want to make a real difference in world?

Starfield LION is one of the top manufacturers of PPE products for firefighters and first responders in North America. We produce firefighter turnout suits and rescue wear. Join us to help protect our Firefighters!

Details:

Hours: Full-time. 40 hours per week.

Schedule: Monday to Friday – 7:00 am – 3:30 pm

Starting Pay: $18.00 - $21.00

Benefits of Working at Starfield:

• Competitive Wages
• Paid Vacation
• Vision Care Benefits
• Life Insurance
• RRSP Matching Retirement Savings Plan
• Company Events and More!

JOB SUMMARY:

As a Sewing Operator, you will be performing assembly construction tasks to help build firefighter turnout suits to meet our customer specifications and expectations. You can help save lives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operate a sewing machine. Single, double, or multi-needle serger.
• Sew gear in accordance with job specifications (job cards).
• Prepare machine by changing needles and thread, and oiling and changing bobbin. Mount sewing machine attachments like needles, threads, pattern plates or cutting blades, and adjust machine guides according to the job specifications.
• Meet delivery deadlines by working with team to ensure products are made correctly and with good quality and meet production goals set by supervisor.
• Understand quality requirements and how this position affects quality: on time delivery, material tracking, and meeting customer requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and good housekeeping in sewing area.
• Other duties as needed.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works well with other production associates.
• Must be able to follow instructions consistently with minimum supervision.
• Must be able to read job cards and follow sewing standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Must follow company rules and regulations.
• Ability to multi-task.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED
• Previous experience working with industrial sewing equipment
• Positive attitude and demonstrated ability to work well with a team
• Self-motivated and organized

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing, sitting, walking, bending as needed.
• Using proper lifting technique may be required to lift objects up to 30 lbs.

Must be legally able to work in Canada and, where applicable, must have a valid work permit.

No Agency Calls.

Starfield LION is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. Starfield LION is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age and to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please let the HR representative know.