Sewer

Live Comfortably LLC; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Comfortably LLC is seeking a 2nd shift Sewer in Fayetteville, NC to operate and tend industrial sewing machines for closing pillow ticking and related products. The role emphasizes accuracy, speed, and quality in a team-focused, safety-conscious environment.

Schedule is 4:30pm–3am, Monday–Thursday, with a $2 shift differential. The position is full-time and paid at $16.00 per hour, with health and safety considerations on a manufacturing floor.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail, dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to read, write and follow directions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform repetitive sewing tasks at a fast pace.
• Physical stamina to stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Ensure product quality meets specifications.
• Observe safety rules and maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Perform general helper duties as assigned.
• Operate and tend industrial sewing machines to join materials.
• Sew tags, zippers, or other customer-requested materials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Dexterity

Hand-eye coordination

Reading and writing

Independent work

Fast-paced work

Stamina

Teamwork

Tools

Industrial sewing machines

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Sewer

Blown Full Time MFG Direct Hourly Fayetteville, NC, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 3444

Salary Range: $16.00 To $16.00 Hourly

2nd Shift Associates Needed!

Schedule: 4:30pm - 3am / Monday-Thursday

$2 Shift Differential

OVERVIEW:

The Sewer operates various industrial sewing machines in a standing position for the purpose of closing the opening through which synthetic or natural fillings are inserted into pillow ticks, comforter shells, and/or and other related products with accuracy, speed and a strong focus on quality to meet the company expectations and exceed customer expectations.

This position places a strong significance on effective teamwork, clear communication, sound judgment, safety orientation, achieving and maintaining production efficiency and dedication to the quality of our product.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure that the quality of the product meets the product specifications.
• Observes all Safety Rules and responsible for maintaining a clean and safe work area.
• Performs duties of general help and job assignments as required.

All Live Comfortably associates play a crucial role in meeting our customer requirements and are expected after initial training to perform with minimal supervision. Associates may be asked to assist with other duties and work in other departments when needed to meet those requirements.

SEWER DUTIES

• Place spools of thread, cord, or other materials on spindles, insert bobbins, and thread ends through machine guides and components.
• Perform equipment maintenance tasks such as replacing needles, cleaning sewing machines, oiling, troubleshooting.
• Start and operate or tend industrial sewing machines to join, reinforce, or decorate material or articles.
• Guide pillow and comforter shells or shell parts under machine needles and presser feet to sew parts together.
• Sew tags, zippers, or other customer requested material.
• Verify of the product meets the product specifications by ensuring:
  • Proper number of stitches per are present
  • No fraying or puckering.
  • Closing was completed in a straight line.
  • Proper pick up and continuation of existing stitch.
  • The thread tailing was cut as required.

REQUIREMENTS, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Attention to detail, dexterity, and hand-eye coordination.
• Skilled at utilizing proper sewing techniques and understanding industrial sewing machine components
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to read, write and follow directions
• Ability to work repetitive jobs at a fast pace
• Physical stamina in order to stand and handle materials for extended periods

Experience and Proficiency in Competencies necessary to be successful in role:

• Effective Communication and Interpersonal Skills.
• Strong Teamwork ability to Establish and Maintain Relationships in a professional manner.
• Exhibits a High Sense of Urgency and works well under pressure.
• Possess a Positive Manner and Approach.
• Practices Sound Judgement.
• Adaptable and Flexible.
• High level of Reliability to include maintaining good attendance.
• High level of superior Quality Standards

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All associates may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, most of the time is spent standing in the same location; grasping products to be sewn, some twisting motion at waistline or there may be a need to stoop regularly or move/lift light material or equipment (typically less than 20 lbs). At times it may be necessary to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The Associate is occasionally required to climb or balance. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust and focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an Associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Manufacturing / Production Floor: While performing the duties of this job, the Associate is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, however there may be areas designated as Hearing Protection required and provided earplugs are mandatory in those areas.

Not all areas of the plant and warehouse are climate controlled and exposure to heat and/or cold can occur. The Associate is frequently exposed to dust and floating particles used in the manufacturing, storage and inventory of raw materials and finished goods

Safety Statement:

It is the policy of this company to ensure a safe, healthy workplace for all its associates. All associates are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and health program activities including the following: reporting hazards, unsafe work practices and accidents immediately to their supervisors or a safety committee representative; wearing required personal protective equipment; and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.

EEO/Vet Disabled:

Live Comfortably is a drug free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. Live Comfortably is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to, selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and associates without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.