Sewing Machine Operator: Linen & Uniform Services

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Sewing Machine Operator in Fayetteville, AR to fabricate, repair, and alter linen items, unlined uniforms, patient clothing, and specialty items for patient care. Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm; pay range $20.59–$24.02 per hour.

The role involves operating various sewing and patching machines, performing routine maintenance, and recording salvaged items. Open to Fed Transition path; employment is with Veterans Health Administration.

Qualifications

• Experience operating industrial sewing equipment.
• Ability to inspect and repair linen items.
• Familiar with salvage and documentation processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate standard industrial sewing equipment and related machines.
• Stitch, sew, and repair linen items and patient clothing.
• Identify and mark items; use hot patch and button machines as needed.
• Inspect operating room and regular linens for wear; salvage beyond repair.
• Maintain daily piece counts and salvage records; distribute linen and uniforms as needed.

Tools

Industrial sewing machine

Button machine

Grommet machine

Thermo patch machine

Powered marking machine

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Sewing Machine Operator in Fayetteville, AR to fabricate, repair, and alter linen items, unlined uniforms, patient clothing, and specialty items for patient care. Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm; pay range $20.59–$24.02 per hour.

The role involves operating various sewing and patching machines, performing routine maintenance, and recording salvaged items. Open to Fed Transition path; employment is with Veterans Health Administration.