Apparel Sewing Trainee Level 1

Peckham, Inc.; Flint (MI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established nonprofit organization is seeking an Apparel Sewing Trainee Level 1 to join their team in Flint, MI. This entry-level position is perfect for those looking to start a career in apparel manufacturing. You will be trained to operate sewing machines, ensuring the accurate alignment of fabrics and garments. This role not only offers a chance to develop valuable skills but also emphasizes the importance of a safe and clean work environment. Join a mission-driven organization that values diversity and provides opportunities for individuals with disabilities. If you're ready to work, grow, and advance, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Paid training period

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and able to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to communicate information effectively is required.

Responsibilities

• Align fabric and materials under needles for sewing.
• Maintain a clean work environment and support safety programs.

Skills

Sewing skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sewing machine

Scissors

Job description

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Apparel Sewing Trainee Level 1

Apply remote type In-Person locations Flint, MI time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id R0008266

All are encouraged to apply! Join Peckham - WORK. GROW. ADVANCE.

Peckham is a nonprofit vocational rehabilitation organization. We specialize in providing vocational rehabilitation and training opportunities for people with significant disabilities, and/or other barriers to employment. If you have a disability or other barrier to employment, please be sure to fully complete the ‘eligibility for services questionnaire’ to help us determine the best fit and necessary accommodations for your employment needs.

If you do NOT have a disability, please complete the entire application including the questionnaire. These jobs are open to all abilities but Peckham gives preference to individuals with disabilities.

Peckham Inc. - Apparel Sewing Trainee Level 1

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

• Wage: $12.00/hr
• Location: 3080 S. Linden RD, Flint MI 48507
• Hours: 7:00am-3:30pm
• ATTN: Must pass pre-hire sewing assessment

SUMMARY

This entry level Apparel Sewing Machine Operator position is responsible for the accurate alignment of fabric, garments, and materials under needles using marks on machines, clamps, templates, cloth, and notches as guides. This position guides garments or garment parts under machine needles and presser foot pedals to sew parts together. This position handles garments: folding, bagging, labeling, using scissors to trim threads, threading and tying hangers, zipper pulls or plastic cord locks.

This position requires participation in a 2-week paid training period.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure alignment of fabric, garments, and materials under needles using marks on machines, clamps, templates, cloth, and notches as guides.
• Guide garment parts under machine needles and press foot pedals to sew parts together.
• Handle garments by folding, bagging, labeling, using scissors to trim threads, threading and tying hangers, zipper pulls or plastic cord locks.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Practice LEAN principles and 5S concepts.
• Support Peckham Inc.'s vision, value, culture, and commitment to excellent customer services to all customers and stakeholders.
• Participation in Peckham’s safety programs and ergonomic activities is required.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• Must be sensitive to cultural diversity and able to work with people from various backgrounds.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 18 years of age.
• Knowledge of numbers and the ability to count.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Must meet attendance requirements (9 of 10 days during training).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to receive constructive feedback.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, and walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and communicate effectively to others. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Person needs to have the ability to ask questions and voice concern in relation to work and work environment.

OTHER INFORMATION

This job description in no way states or implies all duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Peckham is an Equal Opportunity Employer - EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

EOE-Embracing Diversity to Achieve Excellence

SPECIAL NOTES

These jobs are part of the AbilityOne program, to learn more about the AbilityOne program go to www.abilityone.gov

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR APPLYING NOTICE

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application please:

• Click HERE and you will be directed to the ILRU Directory to find an agency in your area that can assist you.
• Click HERE and you will be directed to the American Jobs Center (AJC) finder to locate a center near you.
• Email us at [e-mail].
• Call us at [phone].
• Visit us at: 3510 Capital City BLVD, Lansing, MI 48906 (M-F 8am - 4pm).

Examples of reasonable accommodations may include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

Business Line: Manufacturing

Location: Flint, MI

Worker Sub-Type: Team Member

Peckham is a national award-winning non-profit organization, recognized for its achievement in providing exceptional vocational rehabilitation for people with disabilities and barriers to employment. We accomplish our mission by working with community partners and through our own diverse business lines consisting of apparel manufacturing, warehousing, call centers, environmental services, and farming.

MISSION

Peckham, a nonprofit community vocational rehabilitation organization, is a unique business and human services agency which values quality, diversity, and performance. Our mission is to provide a wide range of opportunities to maximize human potential for persons striving for greater independence and self-sufficiency. We embrace collaboration, effective resource management, and innovative approaches to achieve world-class excellence.

VISION

To prove that people with disabilities and other barriers are more than capable of delivering world-class, high-quality products and solutions.

Peckham participates in the E-Verify program. For more information please click follow this link.

For information on Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER), follow this link.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.