Day Shift Sewing Operator – Production & Quality

Kimball International; Jasper (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

STD/LTD

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Kimball International is seeking an experienced commercial Sewing Machine Operator for full-time day shifts in Indiana. You will perform sewing and assembly tasks, check thread usage, pull parts, follow schedules, and inspect finished work for quality. A strong team environment and safety-conscious attitude are required.

Benefits include health, dental, vision, STD/LTD, 401(k), and paid time off. Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Qualifications

• Previous commercial sewing experience required.
• Ability to follow sewing guidelines and meet deadlines.
• Top-stitching ability or willingness to learn.
• Ability to handle volume with good quality.
• Team player and adaptable to change.

Responsibilities

• Perform sewing and assembly tasks following guidelines and pre-set processes.
• Check thread charts to ensure correct thread usage.
• Pull parts from transportation tubs.
• Follow scheduling procedures.
• Inspect finished work for quality and workmanship; document information.

Skills

Sewing experience

Team collaboration

Quality awareness

Reading and following directions

Job description

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Requisition Number

26-231

Brand

Kimball International

Brand Information

If you prefer a career that offers different opportunities daily while working with a variety of people, Kimball International would like to talk to you. We are a family-friendly company that values the differences that make each associate unique.

Job Description

Are you an experienced commercial Sewing Machine Operator? Have experience in production sewing? Want to work Full or Part Time Hours? National is a global leader in the industry and we are looking to add to our core team of skilled trades people. Are you up for the challenge?

This position will be full time regular DAYSHIFT hours with a full range of benefit offerings including Health, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off and other voluntary benefits.

Sewing Operators will perform daily tasks using a range of skills including:

• Perform all necessary sewing and assembly activity following sewing guidelines and pre-set processes


• Check thread charts to ensure the proper thread is being used


• Pull Parts from transportation tubs


• Follow proper scheduling procedures


• Inspect finished work for compliance to quality and workmanship standards


• Document necessary information

Job Requirements

• Previous Commerical Sewing Experience is REQUIRED


• Ability to follow general sewing guidelines and meet on-time expectations and deadlines


• Ability to top-stitch is very desirable or ability to learn top stitch process


• Ability to meet volume increase demands with good quality


• Ability to work within a team environment to meet productivity goals


• Ability to adapt to a managed change culture environment


• Good relationship builder


• Ability to motivate and work effectively in a team setting


• Ability to read and follow directions


• Quick to learn set up & preventative maintenance of sewing machine equipment


• Able to comprehend and follow sewing processes


• Ability to identify nonconformance


• Able and willing to participate in and support a team environment


• Enjoy working within a Behavior Based Safety program environment


• Proven history or ability to demonstrate safe / responsible behavior, and a positive performance record (including attendance)

EEO Statement

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

VISA Sponsorship

Kimball International, Inc. will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment/work visa status (e.g.. H-1B)

Posting Location

75 KII Jasper 11th Avenue-00049