Sewing Operator

Ingersoll Rand; Frederica (DE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee stock grant

Job summary

Ingersoll Rand is seeking a Sewing Operator (Level One) to operate or tend sewing machines in the manufacture of our products at the Frederica, Delaware facility. This entry-level role runs on a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM and includes a skills evaluation for progression.

The ideal candidate will perform sewing tasks, ensure quality per work instructions, and demonstrate good teamwork and communication. Government contracting eligibility and English proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Basic sewing skills and ability to pass sewing aptitude evaluation.
• Able to communicate in English (read, write, speak).
• Demonstrated communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of basic math and English measurement (fractions and inches).
• Must complete a skills evaluation period up to 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Sew materials by hand or machine to join, reinforce, or decorate fabrics.
• Use sewing equipment and other tools to fabricate product.
• Cut materials according to specifications and remove excess material.
• Mark patterns and position materials for sewing operations.
• Feed materials through machine with precision and alignment.

Skills

Sewing skills

Communication

Math basics

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Job Title

Sewing Operator - Level One - Operate or tend sewing machines to join, reinforce, decorate, or perform related sewing operations in the manufacture of our products.

Location

ILC Dover/Ingersoll Rand - Frederica, Delaware 19946

About Us

Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission‑critical flow creation and life science technologies - from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gasses, and powers - to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end-markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we're driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Sewing Operator to operate or tend sewing machines to join, reinforce, decorate, or perform related sewing operations in the manufacture of our products. This is an entry-level (Level One) position on our Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM shift at our non-union Frederica, DE facility. A formal skills evaluation determines progression to the next level; time in position is not necessarily a factor in promotion.

Responsibilities

• Sew materials by hand and/or sewing machine to join, gather, reinforce, or decorate materials or fabricated articles
• Use specialized automatic or semi-automatic sewing equipment and other equipment as required to fabricate product
• Cut materials according to specifications, including cutting excess material or thread from finished product using a blade, scissors, or hot knife
• Position and mark patterns on materials to prepare for sewing; fold or fit materials together for machine or hand sewing
• Position materials through feed rollers and guides, maneuvering under the sewing machine presser foot and needle during operation
• Mount attachments, change needles, thread the machine, set up the bobbin, and adjust machine guides according to specifications
• Monitor machine operation to detect problems such as defective stitching, thread breaks, or malfunction; examine and measure finished articles using a ruler to verify conformance to standards
• Responsible for the quality and accuracy of product fabrication per work instructions and/or drawings, and for adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)

Requirements

• Able to work on government contracts directly or access shared data resources (authorized to work in the U.S.)
• High school diploma or equivalent, e.g. GED
• Able to effectively communicate in English (read, write, speak)
• Knowledgeable of basic math and English measurement, measurements can be as small as 1/32 nd (versus metric)
• Demonstrated communication and team collaboration skills
• Basic sewing skills and ability to successfully pass ILC Dover sewing aptitude evaluation
• Able to manage basic sewing tasks; may require guidance and assistance.
• Must complete a skills evaluation period to determine skill level going forward; up to 12 months in a training period is possible.

Core Competencies

• Able to manage basic sewing tasks; may require guidance and assistance, with up to a 12-month training/skills evaluation period possible
• Regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to heat (non-weather); occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals; moderate noise levels
• Regularly required to stand, use hands to finger/handle/feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear; frequently required to walk, sit, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Able to regularly lift/move up to 20 lbs, frequently up to 30 lbs, and occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements

Fully site based - Only

What We Offer

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership - taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.

BH Job ID: 4934

SF Job Req ID: 20005