2nd Shift Multi Skill Machine Operator

Sayre Enterprises; Buena Vista (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sayre Enterprises in Buena Vista, VA, is seeking a Multi-Skilled Machine Operator. You will run multi-head embroidery machines, sew patches with merrow and 2x2 equipment, and perform finishing and packing tasks. This role includes training on the 1st shift before transitioning to 2nd shift.

The position offers base pay plus a 2nd shift differential, with a strong emphasis on quality and customer service. Physical requirements include standing, lifting up to 40 lbs, and working on a production

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• General computer skills preferred but not required.
• Manufacturing experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate multi-head embroidery machines to embroider names, initials, or decorative designs on garments, material, or uniform accessories.
• Operate a sewing machine to merrow patches.
• Operate an automatic 2X2 machine to sew the outside perimeter of a patch; perform sewing, cutting, finishing and packing duties as directed.
• Maintain department production demand numbers and monitor quality of starting and finished products.
• Communicate effectively with manager, supervisor and team leaders; observe machines for defects and report malfunctions.

Skills

Embroidery machine operation

Sewing machine operation

Quality inspection

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Embroidery machines

Merrow machine

Sewing machine

Auto 2x2 machine

Job description

JOB TITLE:Multi-Skilled Machine Operator
SHIFT: 2nd Shift 4PM-2AM Monday - Thursdaywith paid lunch daily

This position will train on 1st shift M-Th, 6AM-4:30PM
PAY:Base rate $16.38/hour plus $1.50/hour 2nd shift differential
DEPARTMENT:Embroidery Department
REPORTS TO:Embroidery Department Manager & 2nd Shift Supervisor and Sewing Department Supervisor

SUMMARY: The Multi-Skilled machine operator will operate multi-head embroidery machines to embroider names, initials, or decorative designs on garments, material, or uniform accessories; operate a sewing machine to merrow patches; operate an automatic 2X2 machine to sew the outside perimeter of a patch, and sewing, cutting, finishing, and packaging duties as directed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to draw thread through guides, tensions, and needles and adjust tensions, threads, and bobbins according to fabric type.
• Ability to hoop and center material to prepare for processing on embroidery, merrow and 2x2 machines.
• Ability to center material to prepare for processing on embroidery, merrow and 2X2 machines.
• Ability to observe embroidery, merrow, sewing and 2X2 machine operations to detect defects in stitching that indicate machine malfunction and notify supervisor of malfunction.
• Ability to inspect garments for defects or damage, repair defects and/or fill in blanks left by machines.
• Must be dependable and self-motivated with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision and communicate well with manager, supervisor and team leaders.
• Ability to maintain speed and efficiency and be fully committed to excellent internal customer service.
• Ability to maintain department production demand numbers.
• Ability to accurately count and follow written and verbal directions.
• Pay attention to the quality of both the starting product and the finished product.
• Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and have discernment for colors and detail.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred but not required.
• General Computer skills preferred but not required.
• Manufacturing experience preferred but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Continually required to stand and walk (10 hours per shift and up to 2 hours overtime as needed).
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Continually required to talk and hear and visually see.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to move, push and lift up to 40lbs.

Sayre Enterprises, a Division of Ira Green, Inc.,is an Affine Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.