TOPSTITCH SEWER

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Conover (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

TOPSTITCH SEWER, based in Conover, NC, is seeking a sewing operator to join fabric pieces for upholstering. The role requires operating a double-needle sewing machine, following sewing notes, and ensuring high-quality finishes on cushions and covers.

Responsibilities include preparing materials, inspecting for defects, selecting threads by color, and maintaining neat work stations. Proficiency in reading tickets and directions is essential; English is required for ticket comprehension and safety

Qualifications

• Must be able to read ticket and job notes for directions.
• Must be able to use double needle sewing machine.
• Must be able to sew throw pillows, stripes, flow match, spot, and 4 way design.
• Must be knowledgeable in sewing methods and be able to complete job to quality specifications.
• Sew piece according to sewing notes.
• Keep sewing notebook updated and in neat order.
• English required for understanding of ticket, job notes and directions.

Responsibilities

• Remove cover from bins and separate to prepare for sewing.
• Inspect fabric/material for flaws and defects.
• Selects thread according to colors of fabric.
• Joins pieces together according to sewing notes using double needle sewing machine.
• Aligns pieces and trimmings following seams, edges or markings on parts.
• Checks for puckering or bad seams and fixes as needed.
• Scans ticket to show work is complete.
• Places completed cover in assigned buggy.

Skills

Read tickets

Sewing quality

English proficiency

Pillow sewing

Tools

Sewing machine (double-needle)

Job description

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TOPSTITCH SEWER

Conover, NC, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1310

Position Summary:

Operates double needle sewing machine to join cut fabric pieces for upholstering.

Position Responsibilities:

• Remove cover from bins and separate (unbundle) to prepare for sewing.
• Inspect fabric/material for any flaws and/or defects.
• Selects thread according to colors of fabric.
• Joins pieces together according to sewing notes using double needle sewing machine.
• Aligns pieces and any trimmings following seams, edges or markings on parts.
• Checks for any puckering or bad seams.
• Scans ticket to show work is complete.
• Places completed cover in assigned buggy.
• Responsible for fixing their own repairs before starting on new piece.
• Maintains neat and orderly work station.
• Wears required safety glasses.
• Works safely and reports unsafe conditions to Department Supervisor.
• Performs other duties as required by supervisor.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Must be able to read ticket and job notes for directions.
• Must be able to use double needle sewing machine.
• Must be able to sew throw pillows, stripes, flow match, spot, and 4 way design.
• Must be knowledgeable in sewing methods and be able to complete job to quality specifications.
• Sew piece according to sewing notes.
• Keep sewing notebook updated and in neat order.
• English required for understanding of ticket, job notes and directions.

Physical demands and work environment:

• Lift / Carry: Frequently lifting less than 20 lbs.; occasionally lifting in excess of 35 lbs.; team lift greater

weights.

• Push / Pull: Frequently pushing or pulling fabric to/from/on workstation weighing less than 10 lbs.
• Sitting: Must be able to sit 7+ hours. Must be able to sit continuously for majority of work schedule.
• Reach / Handle / Grasp: Repetitive use of feet and hands required. Must be able to use sewing machine and reach all areas of workstation. Repetitive pinching/pulling of fabric/leather depending on your job.
• Tool Usage: Required to operate a sewing machine and use scissors on/off during entire shift to cut welt cords and clip corners.
• Environment: Indoors, environmentally controlled; heated / air-conditioned.
• Vision: Color Determination, observation of patterns, fabric textures and dye tones for quality control.
• Near Acuity: Requires close vision of less than 3 feet, with or without corrective lenses, for precision.