Sewing Machine Operator - Hoods

Herff Jones; Arcola (IL); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Job summary

Herff Jones is hiring a Sewing Machine Operator in Arcola, IL. This full-time position requires strong communication and self-motivation. You will ensure all component parts meet quality standards, operate machinery, and maintain cleanliness of work equipment.

Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work extended hours, with a focus on quality and performance on the job. Join a company that is committed to equal employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to sit or stand for 8 hours a day or longer.
• Ability to work in an environment with repetitive motions.
• May require lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Must be able to work all mandatory overtime.

Responsibilities

• Inspect all component parts to ensure quality standards.
• Operate automated machinery in the department.
• Ensure finished product meets quality standards.
• Clean machine, change needles, thread for functionality.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Self-motivated

Reading, writing, and math skills

Physical strength and dexterity

Ability to recognize colors and different cloth styles

Job description

Job Title

Position: Sewing Machine Operator (Full Time)

Location: Arcola, IL

Starting Pay: $19.00 per hour

Responsibilities

• Inspect all component parts to ensure they meet quality standards and correspond to the bundling ticket.
• Operate automated machinery in the department.
• Learn about all product lines.
• Ensure finished product meets all quality standards.
• Clean machine, change needles, thread, etc., to meet the machine’s needs.
• Join materials using multi-needle sewing devices as needed.
• Work in other departments and work areas/machinery as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills.
• Self‑motivated.
• Reading, writing, and math skills commensurate with job duties.
• Physical strength and dexterity to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to recognize colors and different cloth styles.
• Ability to sit or stand for 8 hours a day or longer.
• Ability to work in an environment with repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, and elbows.
• May require lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Must be able to work all mandatory overtime.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting, carrying, sitting, grasping, reaching, standing, kneeling, walking, bending, twisting.
• Reading, communication, simple math.
• Standing on a fatigue mat in a specific area throughout a 10‑hour+ shift.
• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 50 lbs.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to above moderate.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Herff Jones, Inc. and its affiliates are equal‑opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, gender identity, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Herff Jones strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.

Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant’s résumé will become the property of Herff Jones. Herff Jones will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.