Sewing Machine Operator - Murdoch Developmental Center

Dept of Health and Human Services

Murdoch Developmental Center

Sewing Machine Operator (S)

NC01

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

The primary duties of this position is to construct, alter, and mend garments and textile items according to customer needs. Measure customers using tape measures to ensure proper fit of garments. Cut sew and assemble clothing using patterns and commercial sewing machines. Repair damaged garments to include but not limited to hemming, replacing buttons or zippers, and patching holes. Modify garment styles and fit based on customer specifications.

Maintain sewing equipment, inventory, and work area cleanliness. Communicate effectively with customers to understand their needs and preferences. Sew red boarders on some of the linen.

This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of the Linen Room in a safe, clean, and comfortable manner.
• Must be willing to work harmoniously with other personnel, as well as being willing to handle individual based on whatever maturity and/or behavior level they are currently functioning
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move equipment/supplies, up to 200lbs. etc.
• Must be knowledgeable of laundry/linen practices and procedures, as well as the laws, regulations and guidelines governing these functions in a long term care facility.

6:30am-3:00pm Monday-Friday

This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

Murdoch Developmental Center is a 24/7 state residential facility located in Butner, NC, near the Research Triangle area. Murdoch serves individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD). Murdoch is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive and functional abilities.

To learn more about Murdoch Developmental Center:

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility’s Vaccination Policy.

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

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