Cushion Sewing Associate

Rock House Farms LLC; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Rock House Farms LLC is seeking a sewing machine operator to assemble cushions and upholstered components for furniture. The role requires reading production tickets, aligning fabric, and adjusting machines for various fabrics.

Candidates should have basic sewing experience and be able to work in a team to meet production goals. The position emphasizes following safety policies, maintaining neat workstations, and demonstrating attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Experience sewing cushions and fabric alignment.
• Ability to follow sewing standards and ticket notes.
• Moderate hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate sewing machine to assemble cushions and upholstered components.
• Adjust machines for different fabrics and stitch types.
• Follow safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Read and follow production tickets and notes for specifications.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and equipment.
• Collaborate with team to meet production goals and timelines.

Skills

Sewing experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Summary Job Description

This position operates a sewing machine, aligning fabric & creating upholstered cushions for furniture.

Essential Duties

• Able to sew different product including cushions, top stitch, saddle stitch and welt
• Ability to adhere to established sewing standards
• Adjust machines to stitch various types of fabrics
• Good hand-eye coordination, concentration skills, and a demonstrated attention to detail
• Reads and follows instructions to sew specs and notes provided
• Maintains equipment and work area in an orderly manner
• Must be able to work with different types of sewing machines
• Must be able to work off production ticket to sew fabric to request
• Must follow all safety policies and procedures
• Works as part of a team to meet or exceed production goals
• Learn additional functions by cross-training in other departments, as needed

Qualifications

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Previous sewing experience a plus

Physical Requirements

The physical demands and work environment expectations described below 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.

• Prolonged periods of sitting and performing repetitive tasks
• Must be able to work in noisy environments
• Must have manual dexterity in order to assemble product or operate machine as directed
• Occasional lifting/carrying objects up to 25 lbs.; rarely lifting/carrying objects 26-75 lbs.