Industrial Sewing Machine Operator

Express Employment Professionals; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals in Rochester Hills, Michigan, seeks an experienced Industrial Sewing Machine Operator to join a team focused on producing high-quality products. You will operate an industrial sewing machine, read patterns, and perform basic maintenance while meeting production goals and maintaining a clean work area. This role requires attention to detail and a proactive, quick-learner attitude.

Qualifications

• Previous sewing or seamstress experience preferred.
• Assembly or production experience required.
• Ability to read design specifications and patterns.
• Detail-oriented, self-starter, and fast learner.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to sit for extended periods and perform repetitive motions.

Responsibilities

• Operate a foot pedal-driven straight-stitch sewing machine.
• Position, align, and feed materials through the machine.
• Sew fabric materials according to work instructions.
• Inspect finished products.
• Meet quality and production expectations.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail oriented

Fast learner

Basic computer proficiency

Tools

Industrial sewing machine

Job description

Express Employment Professionals is seeking an experienced Industrial Sewing Machine Operator with a positive attitude that enjoys working on a great team.

Overview

Sewing Machine Operators are responsible for operating industrial sewing equipment, while producing superior quality product. Additionally, you will be responsible to perform routine machine maintenance, quality inspection, and other duties to maintain quality standards and facilitate quick turn times and achieve production goals.

Job Duties

• Operate a foot pedal-driven straight-stitch sewing machine.
• Position, align, and feed materials through machine.
• Sew fabric materials according to work instructions.
• Inspect finished products.
• Meet quality and production expectations.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous sewing or seamstress experience highly preferred.
• Assembly, machine operator, production experience required.
• Ability to read design specifications and patterns.
• Detail oriented, self-starter, fast learner.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to sit for extended periods and perform repetitive hand and foot movements.