Industrial Sewer - hidden zipper experience

Knoll Inc.; Hildebran (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start day one

Job summary

MillerKnoll in North Carolina is seeking a dedicated sewing machine operator to run single and double needle machines, inspect parts, and maintain quality. You will follow 5S and safety guidelines while meeting production goals.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent; prior experience with sewing hidden zippers is preferred. Benefits start on day one, and you will join a team committed to design and craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience operating sewing machines and coordinating with team.
• Ability to read production paperwork and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate single and double needle sewing machines to join fabric pieces.
• Inspect parts during assembly to ensure quality criteria are met.
• Complete daily paperwork to track production, rejects, and completed units.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization following 5S principles.
• Make minor repairs and adjust machines as needed.
• Report safety or equipment concerns immediately to ensure safe operations.

Skills

Sewing machine operation

Attention to detail

Basic math

Reading/comprehension

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power hand tools

Job description

Why join us? If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Geiger, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business growth. We offer a competitive hourly wage, generous benefits that start on your first day, and endless possibilities for career growth. Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Geiger means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Geiger to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Operates machinery to perform single and double needle sewing operations. Exhibits initiative in daily performance to provide quality products and services that meet/exceed customer demands and maintain a quality working relationship with team members.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 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 5 S principles.
• Make minor repairs to assigned machines.
• Operate industrial sewing machine to join pre-cut and upholstery pieces; align pieces to preserve grain and/or pattern.
• Report any equipment or safety concerns immediately to assure a safe work environment.
• Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Previous work experience sewing hidden zippers.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to operate and program sewing machines for detailed assembly work.
• Demonstrated ability to distinguish between colors of thread or fabric, fabric grains and patterns.
• Good hand-eye coordination, concentration skills, and demonstrated attention to detail.
• Basic math, reading and communication skills.
• Ability to rapidly manipulate small parts and use power hand tools.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here 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.

• Ability to lift 55 lbs. and perform repetitive motions of bending, pushing, grasping, and pulling.

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities. This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at [e-mail]. MillerKnoll is a collective of design brands coming together to remake modern for the 21st century. Want to be part of a team that’s making a positive impact? From creating spaces that help people live and work better to lifting our local and global communities, MillerKnoll is working hard to make a difference. Join us as we design a more equitable, sustainable, and beautiful future together.