SEWING MACHINE OPERATOR//STUDENT STORE/FULL-TIME

Navy Exchange Service Command; Illinois; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled sewing machine operator to join their team. This role involves sewing and repairing various fabric articles, ensuring high-quality workmanship and attention to detail. Ideal candidates will have experience operating power sewing machines and will be comfortable working in a dynamic environment. If you have a passion for sewing and a keen eye for detail, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a vital service while honing your craft. Join a team dedicated to excellence and make a meaningful impact in your community.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operates sewing machine to sew or repair clothing and fabric items.
• Maintains clean working areas and assists in sewing items for patrons.

Skills

Sewing Machine Operation

Fabric Repair

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Power Sewing Machine

Job description

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Job Description

Job Number:

240003L3

Primary Location

Organization

Service School Command

Pay Range: $18.66

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, etc.

• 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.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN, IF NOT, MUST HAVE LIVED IN THE U.S. FOR THREE YEARS.

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.