Flatwork Sewing Associate

Rock House Farm; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Century Upholstery Plant 2 in Hickory, NC is seeking a Flatwork Sewing Associate to operate sewing machines and join fabric pieces for upholstered furniture. The role requires attention to detail, good hand-eye coordination, and the ability to follow specifications.

The position involves adjusting machines for different fabrics, working as part of a team to meet production goals, and crossing into other departments through cross-training as needed, while adhering to safety policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous sewing experience is a plus.
• Ability to read and follow sewing specs.
• Capable of adapting to different sewing machines.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sewing machine to join fabric for upholstered furniture.
• Adjust machines to stitch various fabrics and top stitch.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow safety policies.
• Work as part of a team to meet production goals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Hand-eye coordination

Concentration

Read instructions

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Sewing machines

Job description

Flatwork Sewing Associate# Flatwork Sewing AssociateHot JobCentury Upholstery Plant 2 - Hickory, NC 28601## OverviewPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDay## Description**Summary Job Description**This position operates a sewing machine, joining fabric pieces for upholstered furniture.**Essential Duties*** Adhere to established sewing standards* Adjust machines to stitch various types of fabrics* Good hand-eye coordination, concentration skills, and attention to detail* Reads and follows instructions to sew specs and notes provided* Maintains equipment and work area in an orderly manner* Sews Flatwork for different products, top stitch and welt* Works with different types of sewing machines* Must be able to work off production work ticket to sew fabric to request* Works as part of a team to meet or exceed production goals* Learn additional functions by cross-training in other departments, as needed* Must follow all safety policies and procedures## 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 26-40lbs.