Machine Operator B-Sewing

Textron; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Kansas tax credit

Job summary

Textron Aviation in Wichita, KS is seeking an Industrial Sewing Machine Operator for the second shift to sew upholstery items and prepare materials. May assist lower grade operators as needed.

Operate sewing machines, match fabric patterns, select threads, and maintain records. Requires a high school diploma and 1 year of sewing experience; blueprints helpful. Kansas tax credit may apply. Full-time position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and basic arithmetic.
• Minimum of one year industrial sewing machine experience.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and simple drawings.
• Experience with upholstery materials is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operates sewing machine for binding edges, sewing seams, topstitch, blind stitch, and installing zippers.
• Seams and sew a variety of upholstery items such as cushions, headliners, and seating.
• Match weave and pattern before sewing; ensure machine is properly adjusted.
• Select supplies (thread, bobbin) according to fabric specifications.
• Maintain records of items sewn and perform basic machine maintenance.

Skills

Industrial sewing

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

Description

Job Summary:

To operate sewing machine to sew a variety of upholstery items. Operator must cut and prepare a variety of materials in preparation of operating the sewing machine. May be required to assist lower grade operators.

Job Responsibilities

• Operates sewing machine for binding edges, sewing seams, topstitch, blind stitch, installing zippers and sewing a variety of materials and upholstery items including insulation, headliner, windlace, carpeting, side panels, seating, curtains, skirts, spare seat belt straps, fireblocking, inserts, and, on occasion, reworking chairs or making covers for parts. Works from department schedules, sewing assembly records and oral and written instructions.
• Care must be taken to match weave and pattern before sewing. o Ensures machine is in proper adjustment prior to sewing.
• Installs padding, beading and muslin in upholstery items as required.
• May be required to design and develop shop aids or other various items as requested by supervision.
• Required to select supplies such as tape, thread, and bobbin according to specifications and color of fabric.
• Uses simple hand tools including scissors, pliers, or screw drivers to perform minor machine maintenance such as oiling machine and changing needles.
• May be required to maintain record of all items sewn.
• Responsible only for own work.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education:

Requires a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification or equivalent of trades training to apply simple arithmetic and measuring devices. Ability to interpret blueprints and simple drawings.

Experience:

Requires minimum of one-year industrial sewing machine operator experience.

Working Conditions:

Good working conditions with an occasional exposure to fumes, heat and cold.

Kansas Tax Credit:

Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.

EEO Statement:

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company:

Textron Aviation

Primary Location:

US-Kansas-Wichita

Job Function:

Manufacturing

Schedule:

Full-time

Job Level:

Individual Contributor

Job Type:

Standard

Shift:

Second Shift

Job Posting:

09/25/2026, 8:40:15 AM

Job Number:

344538