Cap & Gown Sewing Machine Operator | Full-Time

Sweeping Corporation of America; Arcola (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Herff Jones Cap and Gown team in Arcola, IL is seeking a Full Time Sewing Machine Operator to join our team. You will inspect components, learn automated sewing machinery, and ensure finished products meet quality standards.

Responsibilities include cleaning machines, changing needles and threads, and supporting different product lines. This role requires physical stamina and the ability to work 8+ hour shifts with overtime.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills and be self-motivated.
• Reading, writing and math skills appropriate to job duties.
• Physical strength and dexterity to perform essential tasks.

Responsibilities

• Inspect components to ensure quality per bundling ticket.
• Operate automated sewing machinery in the department.
• Learn all product lines and apply process standards.
• Ensure finished product meets quality standards.
• Clean machines and replace needles/threads as needed.
• Join materials using multi-needle sewing devices; assist in other areas as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Reading & writing

Mathematics

Physical strength

Color recognition

Endurance (8h+)

Dexterity

Lifting up to 30 lbs

Overtime willingness

Job description

Herff Jones Cap and Gown team in Arcola, IL is seeking a Full Time Sewing Machine Operator to join our team. You will inspect components, learn automated sewing machinery, and ensure finished products meet quality standards.

Responsibilities include cleaning machines, changing needles and threads, and supporting different product lines. This role requires physical stamina and the ability to work 8+ hour shifts with overtime.