Sewing & Torch Operator — QC-Driven Manufacturing Pro

Vortex Companies, LLC; Martinsville (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision and dental insurance

401K retirement plan

PTO and more

Job summary

Vortex Companies, LLC in Martinsville, Virginia, is seeking a Sewing & Torch Operator. The role involves monitoring materials to meet customer requirements and quality standards, operating sewing equipment, and performing routine checks and maintenance on machinery.

Qualified candidates have a GED/HS diploma or prior manufacturing experience and will complete 3 months of on-the-job training. Typical hours are Monday–Friday, with potential shift work and holidays, and a competitive benefits

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma, or prior manufacturing experience.
• Complete 3 months on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Read construction sheet and customer requirement sheets to meet requirements.
• Assist co-workers in machine setups.
• Assist with wrapping and strapping material.
• Report quality problems to Supervisor immediately.
• Label problem areas in the liner.
• Verify correct machine settings are in use.
• Set sewing machine to appropriate RPM.
• Attach leaders and keep them identified.
• Fill out torch operator check sheets for each production run.
• Verify rolls/innerbags match the construction sheet prior to line run.
• Monitor sewn joints for defects and adjust as needed.
• Clean machine parts per schedule.
• Splice thread spools together as needed.
• Monitor sewing machine oil.
• Inspect spools of thread and daily needle condition.
• Assist with positioning of joints and check welds.
• Ensure press roller is down during runs.
• Check propane tank weight daily.
• Stay in assigned area and perform maintenance as needed.
• Review supplies and report shortages.

Skills

Machine operation

Quality awareness

Team collaboration

Education

GED/High School Diploma

3 months on-the-job training

Tools

Sewing machine

Job description

Vortex Companies, LLC in Martinsville, Virginia, is seeking a Sewing & Torch Operator. The role involves monitoring materials to meet customer requirements and quality standards, operating sewing equipment, and performing routine checks and maintenance on machinery.

Qualified candidates have a GED/HS diploma or prior manufacturing experience and will complete 3 months of on-the-job training. Typical hours are Monday–Friday, with potential shift work and holidays, and a competitive benefits