Footwear Stitching Operator – 1st Shift (Mon-Thu)

MSA - The Safety Company; Auburn (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

MSA - The Safety Company is hiring for a 1st shift Production Worker Level 4 in Auburn, ME. Starting pay is $18.68/hr. This role uses industrial sewing machines to assemble leather footwear and may involve non-sewing tasks.

Responsibilities include following instructions, reading measurements, ensuring quality, and learning two more operations to support the team. Overtime may apply as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 months sewing machine/stitching operation.
• Positive, flexible attitude; team player.
• Able to read, write and speak basic English.
• Background check, drug screen and pre-employment physicals required.
• Must be able to perform routine tasks and stand/sit for long durations.

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial single/double needle and programmable sewing machines to stitch leather footwear.
• Read and follow production instructions and tags.
• Read a ruler and take measurements.
• Maintain quality and support the department by learning at least two additional operations.
• May perform Prep, Lasting, Inspection, Finishing (non-sewing) tasks.
• Assist in material prep and other duties as needed.

Skills

Sewing experience

Team player

Positive attitude

Basic English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Industrial sewing machine

Programmable machines

Job description

MSA - The Safety Company is hiring for a 1st shift Production Worker Level 4 in Auburn, ME. Starting pay is $18.68/hr. This role uses industrial sewing machines to assemble leather footwear and may involve non-sewing tasks.

Responsibilities include following instructions, reading measurements, ensuring quality, and learning two more operations to support the team. Overtime may apply as needed.