Sewing Machine Operator

National Safety Apparel; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 46,838,400 - 53,726,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

HSA Plan

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

Employer-Paid Short-Term disability

Voluntary Long-Term Disability

Employer paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Accident Insurance

Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance

Identity theft protection insurance

Legal insurance

State-Sponsored Retirement Savings

10 Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO

Bereavement

Jury Duty

Incentive Pay / Bonus

Referral Program

Confidential Employee Relief Fund

Annual Flu Shot Clinic

Volunteer Opportunities

Family Medical Leave

Transportation Benefit (Chicago)

School Visitation Leave (Chicago)

Blood Donation Paid Hours (Chicago)

Job summary

National Safety Apparel is seeking a Sewing Machine Operator to join our Chicago facility. This full-time role focuses on meeting quality and productivity standards while maintaining a safe, clean work environment.

Responsibilities include producing parts to exact specs, safely operating sewing equipment, inspecting output for conformance, and adhering to quality procedures. Training is provided, with opportunities for attendance and performance-based growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 year in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• 1 year of Industrial sewing machine experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce specified product to required specifications using proper methods.
• Operate equipment safely and utilize methods to ensure safe operation.
• Inspect work to ensure that the machine is operating correctly, and that each product is made according to specifications.
• Adhere to company quality standards and procedures.
• Contact supervisor as needed.
• Strive for perfect attendance. Ensure attendance points do not exceed those allowed in the attendance policy.

Skills

Industrial sewing machine experience

Quality-oriented

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Sewing machine operation

Job description

Job Description

Reports To: Area Supervisor

Direct Reports: None

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Type: Full-Time

Pay: $17.50/ hr

Sewing Machine Operator Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3TVHG5-E9OY

Position Overview: Meet or exceed quality and productivity standards for each assignment. Contribute to a safe, clean work environment and perform all tasks as required in the assigned department.

Essential Job Functions

• Produce specified product to required specifications using proper methods.
• Operate equipment safely and utilize methods to ensure safe operation.
• Inspect work to ensure that the machine is operating correctly, and that each product is made according to specifications.
• Adhere to company quality standards and procedures.
• Contact supervisor as needed.
• Strive for perfect attendance. Ensure attendance points do not exceed those allowed in the attendance policy.

Non-Essential Job Functions

• Establish and maintain a good working relationship with leaders and peers.
• Maintain a positive outlook and a high level of enthusiasm.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.

Training

Training will be provided on the job for qualifying candidates.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 year in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• 1 year of Industrial sewing machine experience, preferred.

Key Competencies

• Initiative
• Achievement Orientation
• Analytical Thinking
• Self Confidence
• Teamwork

Physical Requirements

Must be able to sit for duration of day and walk frequently.

Working Conditions

Temperature-regulated plant environment and consistent background machine noise.

Benefits Offered

• Medical
• HSA Plan
• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• Employer-Paid Short-Term disability
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Employer paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Accident Insurance
• Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
• Voluntary Identity theft protection insurance
• Voluntary Legal insurance
• State-Sponsored Retirement Savings Program
• 10 Paid Company Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO
• Bereavement
• Jury Duty
• Incentive Pay / Bonus
• Referral Program
• Confidential Employee Relief Fund
• Annual Flu Shot Clinic
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Family Medical Leave
• Transportation Benefit (Chicago)
• School Visitation Leave (Chicago)
• Blood Donation Paid Hours (Chicago)

EEO Statement

National Safety Apparel provides equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, disability, ancestry, age, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or any other protected group status as defined by law.