Seamstress

Mittera; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mittera is seeking a seamstress to sew banners and table covers using banner vinyl, mesh banner and other textiles at our Melrose Park facility. The role involves operating and maintaining industrial sewing machines, setting tensions, and selecting appropriate thread weights to meet client specifications.

Applicants should have at least 6 months of high-volume sewing experience, basic math and tape-measure skills, and the ability to read work instructions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of high volume industrial sewing experience is required.
• Must know basic math skills and how to read a tape measure.
• Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos.
• Effective communications skills with all levels within the organization, clients, and outside vendors.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain industrial sewing machines.
• Set correct tension and choosing proper thread weight/material for product being sewn.
• Ensure proper equipment startup & operation.
• Compare physical characteristics of materials to specifications.
• Inspect work for defects or damage.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Industrial sewing

Math skills

Tape measure

Reading instructions

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Physical ability

Tools

Industrial sewing machines

Job description

Description

Seamstresses are responsible for sewing banners and table covers with materials such as banner vinyl, mesh banner and various textiles according to the clients’ specifications.

• Operate and maintain industrial sewing machines
• Set correct tension and choosing proper thread weight/material for product being sewn
• Ensure proper equipment startup & operation
• Compare physical characteristics of materials to specifications
• Inspect work for defects or damage
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Description

Seamstresses are responsible for sewing banners and table covers with materials such as banner vinyl, mesh banner and various textiles according to the clients’ specifications.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain industrial sewing machines
• Set correct tension and choosing proper thread weight/material for product being sewn
• Ensure proper equipment startup & operation
• Compare physical characteristics of materials to specifications
• Inspect work for defects or damage
• Maintain a safe and clean work environmentPerform other duties as assigned

Required Skills And Abilities

• Minimum 6 months of high volume industrial sewing experience is required
• Must know basic math skills and how to read a tape measure
• Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos
• Effective communications skills with all levels within the organization, clients, and outside vendors
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation

Physical Requirements

• Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling and bending
• Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity and coordination
• Requires near visual acuity
• Requires working around and operating departmental equipment
• Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility
• Requires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances

Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

Salary Description $20-28 per hour