Production Operator

Kids for the Future; Monticello Township (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Suburban Manufacturing Group is seeking a Production Operator – Industrial Sewing at our Monticello, MN facility. This hands-on role involves using industrial sewing equipment, assembling, inspecting, and packaging textile products.

If you have sewing experience or transferable skills, we’d love to hear from you. We offer three-day weekends with a 4-day, 10-hour schedule, competitive pay, and benefits including health coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Industrial sewing experience is a plus; training provided.
• Basic math and computer skills required.
• Attention to detail and accuracy essential.
• Mechanical aptitude and good hand dexterity.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to problem solve and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Sew and assemble products according to work orders.
• Read and follow production instructions.
• Inspect finished products for quality.
• Package products for shipment or inventory storage.
• Identify and store finished materials properly.
• Notify Purchasing of material substitutions or usage changes during production.
• Prioritize daily workflow with supervisors.
• Monitor sewing equipment and report maintenance.
• Communicate quality issues and help identify solutions.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic math

Hand dexterity

Teamwork

Problem solving

Independence when needed

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Industrial sewing equipment

Job description

• Location 10531 Dalton Ave NE,Monticello, MN, 55362-8414,United States
• Base Pay $20.00 - $22.00 / Hour
• Employee Type FT- Hourly

We're looking for a Production Operator – Industrial Sewing to join our manufacturing team. This is a hands-on production role where you'll help build high-quality textile products from start to finish. Whether you have industrial sewing experience or transferable skills from sewing, upholstery, quilting, tailoring, assembly, machine operation, or other hands-on manufacturing work, we'd love to hear from you.

Suburban Manufacturing Group is proud to be recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace for two years in a row, thanks to the incredible people who make our company a great place to work. We believe in supporting our employees, investing in their growth, and creating a culture where everyone can succeed.

In this role, you'll be part of the production process, using industrial sewing equipment while also assembling, inspecting, handling, and packaging materials. You'll follow work instructions, maintain quality standards, and work closely with your team to keep production moving efficiently. If you're dependable, detail-oriented, enjoy hands-on work, and take pride in doing things right, this could be a great opportunity for you.

What You'll Do

• Sew and assemble products according to work orders, blueprints, and specifications.
• Read and follow production instructions while maintaining high quality standards.
• Inspect finished products for quality and accuracy.
• Package products for shipment or inventory storage.
• Properly identify, store, and organize finished products and raw materials.
• Notify Purchasing of material substitutions or usage changes during production.
• Work with supervisors and production coordinators to prioritize daily workflow.
• Monitor sewing equipment and report any maintenance or quality concerns.
• Communicate quality issues and help identify solutions.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous industrial sewing or sewing machine experience is a plus, but we're willing to train
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Mechanical aptitude and good hand dexterity.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to problem solve and work independently when needed.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and move materials up to 50 pounds.
• Perform repetitive hand motions throughout the day.
• Stand and/or sit for extended periods during a 10-hour shift.
• Frequently reach, pull, fold, and handle fabric and materials.

• Work around moving machinery in a manufacturing environment with moderate noise.

Summary

Why Join Us?

At Suburban Manufacturing Group, we're committed to building quality products while creating a workplace where employees can grow and succeed.

Here's what you can look forward to:

• Three-day weekends with our 4-day, 10-hour work schedule.
• A supportive team environment where you'll receive training and opportunities to grow.
• A company that values quality craftsmanship and employee success.

Our team lives by these values:

• Curiosity – We continuously learn and improve.
• Can-Do Attitude – We embrace challenges and find solutions.
• Commitment – We support one another and deliver exceptional service.
• Craftsmanship – We take pride in producing products built to last.
• Collaboration – We succeed together.

Suburban offers a variety of other benefits for full-time team members. These include:

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage for yourself and/or dependents. We provide three health insurance options from which to choose, eligible the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Every employee is eligible to receive up to $25,000 of Life Insurance and $25,000 of Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave – at no cost to the employee.
• Suburban’s 401(k) plan provides eligible employee’s pre-tax deferral contributions and after-tax Roth contributions. In addition, the company provides matching funds per pay period and other contributions, subject to allocation and vesting requirements, in accordance with the Summary Plan Description.
• SMG offers a wide variety of customizable benefits plans including supplemental insurance, pre-paid legal, identity theft protection, short term disability, hospitalization, and critical illness coverage.

If you're looking for a hands-on career where your attention to detail and craftsmanship make a difference every day and you love the idea of a three-day weekend we'd love to have you apply!