Sewing Machine Operator

Bunzl Distribution; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sewing Machine Operator to join their team in North Chicago. This role involves operating commercial sewing machines for various sewing tasks, including hemming and joining materials. The company values its employees, offering opportunities for growth and a supportive work environment. With a commitment to quality and efficiency, this position is perfect for those passionate about sewing and production. If you're ready to embark on a new career with endless opportunities, this is the role for you.

Benefits

401k with company match

Comfortable work environment

Competitive salaries

Full range of benefits

Qualifications

• Experience with various sewing machines and materials.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial sewing machines for various sewing operations.
• Assist with cutting, folding, and inspecting materials.
• Work efficiently to meet shipping deadlines.

Skills

Single-needle sewing

Over lock/cover-stitch machines

Double needle sewing

Bar tacking

Serger machines

Working with leather

Working with coated fiberglass

Working with plastic vinyl

Working with cotton

Working with stretch fabrics

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Steiner Industries, a division of Bunzl, is seeking a Sewing Machine Operator for our facility in the North Chicago area. This position will operate commercial sewing machines to perform curtain, blanket, and garment sewing operations, such as hemming, joining, reinforcing, or decorating garments or garment parts.

At Bunzl, we know that our employees are our number one asset. We seek to recruit and retain the right people who are passionate about our business and we provide opportunities for our employees so that they may progress within our company based on their talents, experiences, and their aptitude.

Responsibilities:

• Quality professional experience with single-needle and over lock/cover-stitch machines; experience with double needle, bar tacking, and serger machines preferred
• Experience working in a production environment
• Prior experience working with a variety of materials such as: leather, coated fiberglass, plastic vinyl, cotton, stretch fabrics, and hems
• On the job training will be available for our products
• Must have the ability to work efficiently to meet shipping deadlines
• Assist with spreading materials to be cut
• Assist with other production machines as necessary
• Measure and cut materials as necessary
• Assist with folding and inspection as needed

Requirements:

• High school diploma highly preferred, but not required
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Knowledge of various finishing operations
• Ability to work quickly to meet necessary deadlines
• Willingness and flexibility to perform a variety tasks
• Overtime will be required on occasion as required by business needs

So, what are you waiting for? A new career awaits you with endless opportunities.

Bunzl is a global leader in the Cleaning & Hygiene, Food Processing, Grocery, Health Care, Non-Food Retail, and Safety industries. We have grown both organically and through acquisitions to sales in excess of $10 billion. Bunzl North America is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Bunzl North America owns and operates more than 100 warehouses and serves all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Canada and parts of the Caribbean and Mexico. With more than5,000 employees and 400,000 plus supplies, Bunzl is regarded as a leading supplier in North America.

Bunzl Distribution offers competitive salaries, a comfortable work environment, and a full range of benefits including a 401k with a company match.

Bunzl Distribution has a tradition of commitment to equal employment opportunity. It is the established policy to attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status as provided by law.

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