Production Associate

LION; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Quarterly bonus program

Generous vacation policy

Job summary

LION in Dayton, OH is hiring a Sewing Operator. No prior experience required; we will train you for a hands-on role in a fast-paced cut and sew production environment.

You will perform essential tasks across the line, including bar tacking, tagging, and bagging finished products, with emphasis on quality and safety. A Monday–Friday schedule supports work-life balance, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow within manufacturing.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Ability to read and comprehend English language instructions.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate variety of production tasks along the line in a fast-paced cut and sew environment.
• Follow sewing standards and instructions from job cards.
• Demonstrate productivity that reduces lead time and maintains quality.

Skills

Teamwork

Reading English

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Want to go to a job where you feel you have a purpose? Would you like to go to work and leave feeling fulfilled and feel you've made a difference? Look no further! Join the growing LION team today as a Sewing Operator! No prior experience required. We will train you!

Essential Functions:

• We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented General Production Associate to join our dynamic team in a fast-paced cut and sew manufacturing environment. This role involves a variety of hands-on production tasks across the line, including but not limited to bar tacking, tagging, and bagging finished products. The ideal candidate will be flexible, able to adapt to different stations as needed, and committed to maintaining high-quality standards throughout the production process. Prior experience in a manufacturing or textile setting is a plus but not required—we’re willing to train the right individual with a strong work ethic and a team-first attitude.

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday, 7:30AM-4:00PM

What We Offer:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Quarterly bonus program
• Generous vacation policy

Additional Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate productivity that drives towards decreased lead time
• Works well with other production associates
• Must be able to follow instructions consistently with minimum supervision
• Must be able to read job cards and follow sewing standards
• Have the ability with supervisors and all other departments in the plant
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Must follow company rules & regulations
• Ability to multi-task

Education & Experience Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• 1-2 years industrial sewing experience preferred, but not required
• Must be able to read and comprehend English language instructions
• Positive attitude and demonstrated ability to work well with a team

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, sitting, walking, bending as needed.
• Hearing and vision required to be within normal ranges with or without correction.
• Using proper lifting technique may be required to lift objects up to 30 lbs.
• May be required to operate traditional office equipment including computers, copiers, fax machines and telephones if needed.

Travel Required

No .

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