Industrial Sewer (1st Shift) | Precision Upholstery

MillerKnoll; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

MillerKnoll is seeking an Industrial Sewer for the 1st shift in Holland, MI. You will operate sewing machines to assemble upholstery pieces, adjust settings for various fabrics, and maintain clean, organized workstations in line with 5S principles.

Responsibilities include quality checks, paperwork, and potential machine repairs assistance. Candidates should have a High School diploma or equivalent and be able to handle physical tasks including lifting up to 40 lbs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to operate and program sewing machines for detailed assembly work.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and perform repetitive motions of bending, pushing, grasping, and pulling.
• Distinguish colors of thread or fabric, fabric grains and patterns.
• Good hand-eye coordination, concentration skills, and demonstrated attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Adjust machines to stitch various types of fabrics.
• Complete daily paperwork to track rejects, units completed or other documentation as required.
• Inspect parts during assembly and upon completion to assure compliance with established product quality criteria.
• Maintain expected levels of order and cleanliness using 5S principles.
• Assists and provides feedback with machine repairs.
• Maintains productivity expectations to meet customer demands.
• Operate industrial sewing machine to join pre-cut and upholstery pieces; align pieces to preserve grain and/or pattern.

Skills

Basic math

Reading & communication

Hand-eye coordination

Attention to detail

Flexibility / overtime

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Industrial sewing machine

Power hand tools

Job description

MillerKnoll is seeking an Industrial Sewer for the 1st shift in Holland, MI. You will operate sewing machines to assemble upholstery pieces, adjust settings for various fabrics, and maintain clean, organized workstations in line with 5S principles.

Responsibilities include quality checks, paperwork, and potential machine repairs assistance. Candidates should have a High School diploma or equivalent and be able to handle physical tasks including lifting up to 40 lbs.