1st Shift Standing Industrial Sewer

National-Safety-Apparel; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

HSA Plan

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life and AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Legal Insurance

Retirement Savings Program

Company Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

National Safety Apparel seeks a Sewing Operator in Ohio to contribute to a TSS sewing cluster. You will produce specified products to exact specifications, maintain equipment, and ensure safety and quality standards are met. The role requires routine documentation and teamwork in a busy plant setting.

Training is provided on the job; prior manufacturing experience helps. This full-time position offers benefits and a collaborative work environment with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Education and Certifications: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience: 1 year in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work in a designated zone to meet cycle requirements and product specs.
• Produce items using gauging and other tools to specifications.
• Maintain and operate equipment safely and correctly.
• Document processes accurately and maintain quality standards.
• Collaborate with cluster teammates to meet production goals.
• Follow procedures and utilize lights to signal issues.

Skills

Initiative

Achievement Orientation

Analytical Thinking

Self Confidence

Teamwork

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Posted Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Reports To: Sewing Supervisor
Direct Reports: None
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay: $16/hour
Click here for more information:What to Expect: NSA Sewing Operator Assessment
Position Overview:
Responsible for producing work in a TSS sewing team-based cluster, in accordance with NSA and TSS guidelines.
Essential Job Functions:

• Work specific zone which flexes due to variation in cycle.
• Within designated zone, produce specified product to required specifications using proper methods; i.e., gauging or other tools.
• Maintain equipment as required.
• Operate equipment safely and utilize methods to ensure safe operation.
• Properly set equipment to specific requirements.
• Maintain any required documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Adhere to company quality standards and procedures.
• Adhere to all cluster requirements including proper utilization of goal boards. Use lights to alert support personnel of machine difficulties, supply needs, etc.
• Work in courteous cooperation with other cluster members.
• Employ the “bumping” technique as appropriate within the cluster.
• Address team issues in a timely and appropriate manner with team members/supervision.
• Contact supervisor as required to resolve cluster needs.
• Works as a team to accomplish production and manufacturing goals
• Other duties as assigned by TSS Sewing Supervisors

Training: Necessary training will be provided on the job.
Qualifications:

• Education & Certifications: High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Experience: 1 year in a manufacturing environment preferred

Key Competencies: Initiative, Achievement Orientation, Analytical Thinking, Self Confidence, Teamwork and Collaboration

Physical Requirements: Must be able to stand for duration of day and walk frequently

Working Conditions: Plant environment with constant background noise

EEO Statement: National Safety Apparel provides equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, disability, ancestry, age, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or any other protected group status as defined by law.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical
• HSA Plan
• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• Employer-Paid Short-Term disability
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Employer paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Accident Insurance
• Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
• Voluntary Identity theft protection insurance
• Voluntary Legal insurance
• Retirement savings program
• Company Paid Holidays = 10 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program - Provides guidance for personal issues that affect your life