Sewing Machine Mechanic

Hubner Manufacturing; Dunlap (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Hubner Manufacturing seeks a skilled maintenance technician to perform regular maintenance, tune-ups, and cleaning of sewing machines, replace worn parts, and calibrate for optimal performance.

You will diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, conduct tests, adjust tooling for fabrics and stitch types, and maintain a clean, safe work environment while coordinating with supervisors on unresolved problems.

Qualifications

• Reading and understanding technical drawings, calipers, rulers and metric system.
• Rubber injection and extrusion processes knowledge.
• Hard work ethic and strong teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of Wire EDM, Lathe and Mill.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular maintenance, tune-ups and cleaning of sewing machines to prevent breakdowns.
• Replace worn or damaged parts and calibrate machines for optimal performance.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues with testing and repairs to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot and perform root cause analysis to maintain stitch quality.
• Coordinate with supervisor on technical problems requiring escalation.
• Adjust machines for different fabrics and stitches; calibrate tension for quality.
• Maintain orderly, clean, and safe workshop environment.
• Changeover tooling to appropriate configuration for operations.
• Support additional tasks as needed.

Skills

Technical drawings

Calipers & rulers

Metric system

Teamwork

Strong work ethic

Multi-tasking

Vision requirements

Education

High school diploma

Vocational training

Tools

Wire EDM

Lathe

Mill

Job description

• Perform regular maintenance, tune-ups, and cleaning of sewing machines to prevent breakdowns.
• Replace worn or damaged parts such as needles, belts, motors, and presser feet, and calibrate machines for optimal performance.
• Technical assessment of manufacturing problems with series tools and professional correction in the event of tool-related problems.
• The scheduling of the necessary equipment is repaired and timely implementation.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, conduct diagnostic testing, and implement effective repairs to minimize downtime in production lines
• Troubleshooting and root cause analysis are essential to maintain consistent stitch quality and machine reliability
• Coordination with the supervisor in the event of technical and quantitative problems that cannot be solved with reasonable effort.
• Adjust machines for different fabrics, stitch types, and garment patterns. This includes calibrating needle and thread tension, configuring machines for high-speed production, and ensuring proper stitch formation to prevent skipped stitches or fabric damage
• The maintenance of order and cleanliness in the workplace (workshop) and as well as compliance with occupational safety.
• Changeover tooling to appropriate configuration for operational needs.
• Other tasks as necessary
• Maintains safe and clean work area
• Maintains Mobility tooling (Hammers/Crimpers) repairs/PM

Educational Level for Position:

• High school or GED equivalent
• Completed technical vocational training or multi-year equivalent professional experience. Would also consider candidates with hands-on experience with machinery and equipment.

Special Skills/Qualifications Needed:

• Reading & understanding technical drawings, calipers, rulers, and metric system
• Rubber injection and Extrusion processes
• Hard work ethic and strong teamwork skills
• Knowledge of Wire EDM, Lathe and Mill
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and shift priorities
• Normal or corrected vision necessary to read prints and closely examine parts