PAU Sewing Operator I

Point Blank Enterprises; Mayagüez (PR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Point Blank Enterprises in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, seeks an experienced sewing operator to support production.

You will read work orders, set up machines, thread needles, inspect products, and maintain a clean, safe workspace. This role requires following procedures and PPE to meet quality and productivity targets as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Experience operating industrial sewing machines.
• Ability to read specifications and patterns.
• Attention to quality and safety in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial sewing machines and related equipment per instructions.
• Read work orders and determine material requirements and assembly methods.
• Thread machines, replace needles, adjust settings, perform maintenance.
• Inspect finished products for quality and rework as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow safety procedures.
• Follow company policies and PPE requirements.

Skills

Industrial sewing

Quality inspection

Reading specs

Maintenance basics

Job description

• Follow all sewing instructions, production procedures, and quality standards.
• Operate industrial sewing machines and related equipment, including pattern plates, needles, presser feet, cutting tools, and blades.
• Read and interpret work orders, specifications, measurements, and sewing instructions to determine material requirements, machine settings, and assembly methods.
• Thread sewing machines, replace needles, adjust machine settings, and perform routine machine cleaning and maintenance.
• Inspect finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards and customer specifications.
• Repair or rework defective products as needed to meet quality requirements.
• Align and position materials and components accurately to ensure proper assembly and stitching.
• Monitor machine performance and identify issues such as skipped stitches, thread breakage, material defects, or equipment malfunctions.
• Promptly report machine malfunctions, maintenance needs, or quality concerns to the supervisor.
• Maintain production efficiency while meeting established quality and productivity standards.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and free of safety hazards.
• Follow all company policies, safety regulations, and standard operating procedures at all times.
• Use required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe work practices.
• Assist with other production-related duties as assigned by management.

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