Drapery Hemming Operator - Blue Belt Machine

Carole Fabrics; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay

Time off with pay

401(k) plan with employer matching

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs and productdiscounts

Job summary

Hunter Douglas, a world-leading window coverings manufacturer, seeks a Blind Stitch 1 at Carole Fabrics. You will work on a blue belt sewing machine, performing hems and adjustments on all draperies.

You will review tickets, maintain machine health, and ensure accurate hem work while following detailed instructions. The role requires high school completion, sewing experience with industrial machines, and the ability to stand for long periods and lift as needed.

Qualifications

• Sewing experience, including use of industrial sewing machines.
• Ability to use and read a tape measure.
• General knowledge of fabrics.
• Ability to use hand tools.
• Must successfully pass a color blindness test.
• Accuracy with names, numbers, and spelling.
• Capable of standing for extended periods of time.
• Capable of lifting on a continuous basis.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Remove draperies from rack onto blue belt machine.
• Blue belt machine is operated by the employee.
• Make minor adjustments for correct stitch for all fabrics.
• Hem work according to the work ticket on racks.
• Review work tickets for any special hemming instructions.
• Notify mechanic of any major problems with machine.
• Clean and oil machine daily.
• Work closely with racker giving them information on direction.
• Report production standard daily.
• Make supervisor aware of any work-related problems that occur.
• Pinning fold down the width of drapes, on sheers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sewing experience

Tape measure reading

Fabric knowledge

Hand tools

Color vision test

Attention to detail

Standing for long periods

Lifting ability

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Hunter Douglas, a world-leading window coverings manufacturer, seeks a Blind Stitch 1 at Carole Fabrics. You will work on a blue belt sewing machine, performing hems and adjustments on all draperies.

You will review tickets, maintain machine health, and ensure accurate hem work while following detailed instructions. The role requires high school completion, sewing experience with industrial machines, and the ability to stand for long periods and lift as needed.