Industrial Sewing Operator

DPI group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

DPI Staffing is seeking an Industrial Sewing Operator for a temp-to-hire opportunity in Portland, OR near Swan Island. The role is on a Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–2:30 PM shift with a pay rate of $18.00 per hour, offering stable hours and a path to permanent employment.

You will operate industrial sewing machines, read work orders, cut and prepare materials, inspect finished work, and maintain a clean, safe workspace while following PPE requirements and quality specs.

Qualifications

• Prior industrial sewing or garment/tailoring experience preferred; on-the-job training available.
• Solid work history with consistent tenure.
• Punctual and reliable attendance in a fast-paced production environment.
• Comfortable standing and performing repetitive tasks for the duration of a shift.
• Reliable transportation is helpful, as public transit service to this location is limited.
• Must be able to pass a drug screening (THC excluded), background check, and MVR check

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial sewing machines to assemble and finish products to specification
• Read work orders and follow patterns, measurements, and material specs accurately
• Cut, prepare, and stage materials for sewing
• Inspect finished work for quality and consistency
• Use hand tools as needed to complete assigned tasks
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Wear required PPE (eye and ear protection provided) at all times

Skills

Industrial sewing experience

Attention to detail

Reliable attendance

Job description

DPI Staffing is seeking a reliable Industrial Sewing Operator for a temp-to-hire opportunity with our client in Portland, OR near Swan Island!

Location: Portland, OR (Swan Island area)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM (8-hour shift plus lunch)

Pay: $18.00/ hr

Key Responsibilities

• Operate industrial sewing machines to assemble and finish products to specification
• Read work orders and follow patterns, measurements, and material specs accurately
• Cut, prepare, and stage materials for sewing
• Inspect finished work for quality and consistency
• Use hand tools as needed to complete assigned tasks
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Wear required PPE (eye and ear protection provided) at all times

Requirements

• Prior industrial sewing or garment/tailoring experience preferred; on-the-job training available
• Solid work history with consistent tenure
• Punctual and reliable attendance in a fast-paced production environment
• Comfortable standing and performing repetitive tasks for the duration of a shift
• Reliable transportation is helpful, as public transit service to this location is limited
• Must be able to pass a drug screening (THC excluded), background check, and MVR check

About DPI Staffing

DPI Staffing, a division of The DPI Group, offers temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire job opportunities with top employers. Benefits of working for DPI Staffing include weekly paychecks, direct deposit, ACA-compliant medical and other health benefit options, and personal time off.

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DPI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. As a company of The DPI Group, our mission is to identify and create job opportunities for individuals with employment barriers, including disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability status, or any other protected characteristic. #STA9999