Sewing Machine Operator

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina seeks a sewing operator for an anticipated vacancy. This role involves sewing, altering, and mending hospital linens and assisting with linen room management. Ideal candidates will have experience and skills in sewing, along with the ability to work independently and instruct others. Join a dedicated team committed to enhancing the quality of services offered.

Benefits

Health insurance options

Paid vacation and sick leave

Paid parental leave

Retirement plans

Qualifications

• Ability to operate electric and treadle sewing machines.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to clean and make minor adjustments to sewing machines.

Responsibilities

• Involves sewing, altering, and mending operations for hospital linens.
• Assists in the operation and management of a linen room.
• May instruct personnel in routine sewing tasks.

Skills

Sewing

Mending methods

Knowledge of textiles

Instruction abilities

Education

Completion of a sewing course

6 months experience in sewing

Job description

4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

This is an anticipated vacancy.

Work of this class involves sewing, altering, and mending operations in the construction and maintenance of hospital linens and wearing apparel and assisting in the operation and management of a linen room. Work is performed in accordance with instructions or patterns selected by a linen room supervisor and work usually proceeds without direct supervision unless problems of fitting or production occur. Work may also involve instruction of personnel in performance of routine sewing tasks. Work is evaluated by inspection of finished product to assure conformance to instructions and maintenance of established standards of work quality.

Description of Work

This is an anticipated vacancy.

Work of this class involves sewing, altering, and mending operations in the construction and maintenance of hospital linens and wearing apparel and assisting in the operation and management of a linen room. Work is performed in accordance with instructions or patterns selected by a linen room supervisor and work usually proceeds without direct supervision unless problems of fitting or production occur. Work may also involve instruction of personnel in performance of routine sewing tasks. Work is evaluated by inspection of finished product to assure conformance to instructions and maintenance of established standards of work quality.

Work Location: Environmental Services/Laundry

Work Hours: 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday

About the Department of Health and Human Services / Caswell Developmental Center:

The NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, with approximately 18,000 employees. In collaboration with its partners, it is responsible for ensuring the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians.

Caswell Developmental Center, serving as North Carolina's Eastern Region resource center, provides specialized residential, programmatic, and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities. The individuals we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the facility. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the Center to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we service. If you are looking to make a difference and seeking a rewarding career, we encourage you to consider this opportunity. Please click on the following link https://vimeo.com/185000006to experience how Caring is Contagious at Caswell Developmental Center.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Competencies

To receive credit for all your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must document on the application that they clearly possess all the following:

• Working knowledge of textiles and of sewing and mending methods.
• Skill in the operation of electric and treadle sewing machines.
• Ability to cut material from standard patterns and to neatly construct, repair, and mend linens and articles of clothing.
• Ability to instruct personnel in routine sewing and mending methods.
• Ability to clean, oil and make minor adjustments to sewing machines,.
• Ability to maintain a cooperative attitude.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  
  

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

Education and/or experience in sewing that is directly related to the job and consistent with accepted practices of the trade equivalent to a least six months of experience in a commercial or institution sewing,

or

completion of a sewing course;

or

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Degrees must be from an appropriately accredited college or university.

Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

The DHHS Division of Human Resources (DHR) follows the State Human Resources Employment of Relatives Policy. Applicants who have relatives or people living in the same household, will not be considered for job vacancies in the DHR at those locations. For a complete definition of immediate family member, please see the State Human Resources Workforce Planning, Recruitment and Selection Policy, Section 2, Page 38.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. You will either receive a call to schedule an interview or an email notifying you when the job has been filled.

For technical issues with your applications, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. Applicants will be communicated with, via email only, for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at [phone].

Compensation & Benefits

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website forState Benefits

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