Industrial Sewing Machine Technician — Overtime

Joseph Abboud; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Tailored Brands is seeking a dependable Sewing Machine Mechanic for Joseph Abboud Manufacturing in New Bedford. This role maintains and repairs industrial sewing machines, troubleshoots issues, and performs preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.

You will work closely with sewing operators, supervisors, and production staff to support production goals. Ideal candidates have mechanical aptitude, hands-on maintenance experience in garment/textile settings, and flexibility to work overtime or

Qualifications

• Maintains, repairs, adjusts and troubleshoots industrial sewing machines.
• Reads manuals and follows maintenance procedures.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in garment/textile manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Team-oriented and able to work with operators and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, adjust, and repair industrial sewing machines and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and operational problems and determine appropriate repairs or adjustments.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance to keep equipment operating efficiently.
• Set up and adjust machines for different styles, fabrics, operations, and production requirements.
• Respond promptly to machine breakdowns and production requests for mechanical assistance.
• Identify unusual machine sounds, vibrations, stitching problems, or other conditions that may indicate equipment issues.
• Keep the maintenance area, tools, and equipment clean and organized.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures, including applicable lockout/tagout requirements.
• Perform other related activities as assigned and needed

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Manual reading

Detail-oriented

Team player

Overtime

Textile experience

Education

Technical/vocational or trade school

Job description

Tailored Brands is seeking a dependable Sewing Machine Mechanic for Joseph Abboud Manufacturing in New Bedford. This role maintains and repairs industrial sewing machines, troubleshoots issues, and performs preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.

You will work closely with sewing operators, supervisors, and production staff to support production goals. Ideal candidates have mechanical aptitude, hands-on maintenance experience in garment/textile settings, and flexibility to work overtime or