Industrial Sewing Technician

Goodwill Industries of South Florida Inc; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 40,116,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Vacation time

Paid training

Work with modern technology (ETON, 자동화

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of South Florida Inc. is seeking an Industrial Sewing Technician to operate multiple sewing machines and contribute to mission-critical apparel production, including uniforms.

You will align fabric, perform varied sewing operations, and ensure quality and productivity while working in a safety-conscious team environment. The role offers hands-on training, opportunities for cross-training, and involvement in continuous improvement initiatives using TPM and 5S in a modern

Qualifications

• Experience operating industrial sewing machines and completing sewing operations accurately.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, samples, and visual aids.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of industrial sewing machines (single/double-needle, walking foot, overlock, hemming).
• Align fabric and components using guides, markings, and templates.
• Perform sewing operations to join, reinforce, or decorate garments; maintain productivity and first-time quality.
• Inspect work-in-process and finished garments for defects; correct issues as needed.
• Thread machines, change needles, select threads and materials; assist with basic maintenance.
• Support TPM, 5S, and quality initiatives; participate in cross-training as assigned.

Skills

Industrial sewing

Quality focus

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Read and follow instructions

Tools

ETON system

Automated sewing equipment

Fabric cutting tech

Job description

SummaryThe Industrial Sewing Technician is a hands-on, skill-building manufacturing role for people who like working with their hands, learning technical equipment, and being part of something that matters. In this role, you’ll help produce mission-critical apparel, including U.S. military uniforms, while developing transferable skills in industrial sewing, quality, and production.Technicians are trained across multiple machines and operations, giving you variety, growth, and real career pathways. You’ll work as part of a team that values quality, safety, learning, and continuous improvement—while contributing to a mission that supports national service, workforce development, and community impact.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesOperate 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.Consistently meet or exceed established productivity, quality (First Time Quality), and attendance standards.Inspect work-in-process and finished garments to identify defects, inconsistencies, or damage; correct issues as needed.Thread machines, insert bobbins, change needles, and select appropriate threads, fasteners, and materials for each operation.Monitor machine performance, identify stitching or mechanical issues, and escalate concerns when advanced maintenance is required.Perform routine cleaning and basic preventive maintenance on sewing equipment.Verify correct sequence of operations, material matching (patterns, dye lots), and adherence to work instructions.Support peer-to-peer training and cross-training of operators as assigned.Participate in continuous improvement, TPM, 5S, and quality initiatives, including ISO and Quality Management System requirements.Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment at all times.Support the organization’s mission, values, and commitment to excellent customer service.Perform duties as assigned.Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent is not required; all education levels are accepted.Minimum 6 months to 1 year of experience operating industrial sewing machines in a manufacturing environment.Demonstrated ability to sew accurately and efficiently across multiple operations and materials.Experience with heavy-duty and automated sewing equipment is preferred.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge of garment construction, fabric types, and sewing techniques.Ability to read and follow work instructions, samples, and visual aids.Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot basic machine issues.Ability to work effectively in a team-based production environment.Flexibility to learn new operations and support changing production needs.Core CompetenciesTechnical Skills: Continuously builds sewing and equipment knowledge; shares expertise with others.Quality Focus: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; seeks opportunities to improve quality.Productivity: Meets performance standards while maintaining efficiency and consistency.Teamwork: Collaborates effectively; gives and receives constructive feedback.Adaptability: Responds positively to change, shifting priorities, and new processes.Dependability: Maintains punctuality, attendance, and accountability.Safety Awareness: Follows all safety procedures and reports unsafe conditions.Ethics & Integrity: Treats others with respect and upholds organizational values.Benefits:Medical, Dental, and Vision insuranceLife InsuranceVacation timePerformance-based earning potentialPaid trainingWork with modern technology in a dynamic environment. (ETON system, automated sewing, fabric cutting tech)Opportunities for advancement.Physical DemandsRegularly required to stand, walk, sit for extended periods, and use hands for fine motor tasks.Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, and handling of materials.Ability to lift and move up to 10 pounds.Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.Work EnvironmentManufacturing setting with noise, equipment vibration, and high foot traffic.Requires adherence to safety, quality, and production standards