Experienced Sewing Machine Operator

Priority Dispatch Corp.; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled individual to operate sewing machines and manual tools in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role involves joining, gathering, and decorating various articles while ensuring quality and safety standards are met. The ideal candidate will have a good mechanical aptitude and experience in industrial sewing, contributing to a collaborative team that values precision and efficiency. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are ready to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of industrial sewing experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Good mechanical aptitude for machine adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Operate sewing machines and manual tools to join and decorate articles.
• Follow safety rules and perform other duties as required.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Sewing Machine

Manual Tools

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: ROICOM USA, LLC - EL PASO, TX

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: None

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Manufacturing

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Operate sewing or non-sewing machine or other manual tools to join, gather, hem, reinforce, mark or decorate articles.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Place spool of thread on spindle of machine and draws thread through machine guides, tensions and eye of needle.
2. Insert bobbin into shuttle and draws thread through slot in shuttle or draws thread through guide and loop eye.
3. Press knee lever, depress pedal or move hand lever to raise presser foot or spread feed cups.
4. Position parts to be joined under presser foot and needle and lowers presser foot.
5. Start, stop and control speed of machine with pedal or knee lever.
6. Guide parts under needle following edges, seams, guides on machine bed or markings on part.
7. Observe stitching to detect defects and notifies supervisor or sewing machine mechanic when defects are caused by machine malfunction.
8. Select sewing supplies such as binding, braid, cord, piping, tape, thread or welt according to specifications or color of material.
9. Cut excess thread or material.
10. Must follow all machine safety rules.
11. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
12. Perform other duties as required or requested, to include non-sewing or manual work such as marking, pick and turn, and trim and inspect.

Qualifications

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed on the job analysis are representative of the skill, and/or ability required.

Education: High School diploma or GED preferred, but not required.

Experience: One to two years of industrial sewing in a manufacturing setting.

Specific Skills: Good mechanical aptitude to be able to make the machine adjustments.

Specialized knowledge, Licenses, etc.: None required.

Other Skills and Abilities: None.

Physical Demands: Must be able to sit/stand for longer than eight hours of time. Frequently sits, bends, kneels, twists and turns, and reaches out with hands/arms. Must be able to lift/move up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.