Industrial Sewing Specialist — Paid Training & Growth Path

Goodwill Industries of South Florida; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

Vacation

Performance pay

Paid training

ETON system

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of South Florida is seeking an Industrial Sewing Technician. This hands-on manufacturing position helps produce mission-critical apparel, including uniforms, while building transferable skills in sewing, quality, and production.

Technicians train on multiple machines, join a team focused on safety, continuous improvement, and meeting quality standards. The role offers growth, paid training, and opportunities to advance within a mission-driven organization serving the

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months to 1 year of experience operating industrial sewing machines in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to sew accurately and efficiently across multiple operations and materials.
• Experience with heavy-duty and automated sewing equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of industrial sewing machines, including single- and double-needle, walking foot, overlock/surging, hemming, union special, bar tacking, and automated sewing equipment.
• Accurately align fabric, garments, and components using guides, templates, markings, notches, and machine settings.
• Perform basic, medium, and complex sewing operations to join, reinforce, or decorate garments and textile products.
• Inspect work-in-process and finished garments to identify defects, inconsistencies, or damage; correct issues as needed.
• Monitor machine performance, identify stitching or mechanical issues, and elevate concerns when advanced maintenance is required.
• Participate in continuous improvement, TPM, 5S, and quality initiatives, including ISO and Quality Management System requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Sewing techniques

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Quality focus

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Industrial sewing machines

ETON system

Automated sewing equipment

Job description

Goodwill Industries of South Florida is seeking an Industrial Sewing Technician. This hands-on manufacturing position helps produce mission-critical apparel, including uniforms, while building transferable skills in sewing, quality, and production.

Technicians train on multiple machines, join a team focused on safety, continuous improvement, and meeting quality standards. The role offers growth, paid training, and opportunities to advance within a mission-driven organization serving the