SEWING MACHINE OPERATOR / PART TIME / RECRUITMENT BONUS %241000 ELIGIBLE - (Job Number: 23000142)

Navy Exchange; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sewing Machine Operator to join their team. In this part-time role, you will utilize your sewing skills to assist in repairing and creating apparel for authorized patrons. Your expertise in operating a power sewing machine will be essential as you handle various fabric items, ensuring quality and precision in every stitch. This position offers a competitive pay structure and a recruitment bonus, making it a great opportunity for those looking to apply their skills in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you have a passion for sewing and a keen eye for detail, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 12 months experience operating a power sewing machine for clothing repair.
• High School Diploma or GED can substitute for 6 months of experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate sewing machine to sew or repair clothing and fabric items.
• Maintain a clean and orderly working area.

Skills

Operating power sewing machine

Sewing and repairing clothing

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Sewing machine

Job description

SEWING MACHINE OPERATOR / PART TIME / RECRUITMENT BONUS %241000 ELIGIBLE - (Job Number: 23000142)

Pay Competitive

Location Newport/Rhode Island

Employment type Full-Time

Job Description

Job Summary: Performs work which involves operating a power sewing machine to sew or repair wearing apparel and other fabric articles.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in sewing items for authorized patrons.
• Sews buttons on marked locations, turns material under and sews straight on small items such as pockets, upper edge of cuff for garments, hems, takes in seam allowance, binds straight edge of material, mends tears or rips by straight stitching, darns, shortens or lengthens trousers or other garments.
• Operates a sewing machine and maintains working areas in a clean and orderly manner.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Physical Effort:

• Sits for long periods with continual movements of hands, arms, and fingers in placing items in position and sewing.
• Handles lightweight items up to 10 pounds continually and occasionally handles up to 30 pounds.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in well-lighted and ventilated areas.
• Areas are often noisy because of numerous machines being operated at the same time.
• Operators are subject to possible needle punctures and minor thread cuts.

Qualifications - External:

Experience:

• Twelve months experience performing work operating a power sewing machine to sew or repair clothing.
• SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: A High School Diploma or GED may be substituted for 6 months of experience.

Physical Requirements:

Sits for long periods with continual movements of hands, arms, and fingers in placing items in position and sewing. Handles lightweight items up to 10 pounds continually and occasionally handles up to 30 pounds.

About the company

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