Sample Sewer | Pattern Maker Industrial Sewing Machine Operator

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Full Time Corporate, Midwest City, OK, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $25.00 Hourly

Apparel & Product Sample Development

Century Martial Arts
Full-Time |40 Hours/Week | Hourly / Non-Exempt
Reports to: Sewing Supervisor
Location: Oklahoma City Metro Area

Century Martial Arts is seeking an experienced Sample Sewer / Industrial Sewing Machine Operator to join our product development and manufacturing team.

The Sample Sewer is responsible for constructing, finishing, and modifying prototype and fit samples from initial development through production approval. This position works closely with the Pattern Maker, Product Designers, Technical Design, Fabric Cutters, and Manufacturing team to turn new product designs into accurate, high-quality physical samples.

The ideal candidate has strong industrial sewing skills
, experience working with a variety of fabrics and materials, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to produce quality work within established deadlines.

• Sew prototype, development, fit, and production-approval samples according to patterns, specifications, and technical instructions.
• Accurately assemble cut fabric and material pieces into finished sample products.
• Select and operate the appropriate industrial sewing machine, tools, and techniques for each project.
• Work with a variety of fabrics and materials, including twill, canvas, vinyl, and other weights and constructions
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• Maintain a high standard of workmanship, accuracy, and consistency.
• Complete samples within established production timelines and deadlines.

• Work closely with the Pattern Maker, Product Designers, Technical Design, and Manufacturing team throughout the sample-development process.
• Compare patterns to cut sample pieces to ensure they correspond correctly.
• Check samples for proper size, measurements, construction, fit, and overall appearance
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• Identify sewing, construction, or pattern-related issues and communicate them to the Pattern Maker or appropriate team member.
• Troubleshoot construction issues and participate in identifying root causes and corrective solutions
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• Discuss appropriate sewing techniques with the Pattern Maker when construction instructions or a sew-by sample are not provided.
• Make approved construction adjustments as needed to improve sample quality and production readiness.

• Complete finishing details according to specifications and technical packages.
• Perform tasks such as pressing, steaming, sewing labels, attaching buttons, adding trims, and other finishing work
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• Inspect completed samples for accuracy, workmanship, and quality.
• Ensure samples meet design specifications and established quality standards.
• Communicate concerns or discrepancies promptly.

• Maintain an organized and safe work area.
• Properly care for and operate sewing equipment and tools.
• Follow company safety procedures and applicable workplace regulations.
• Maintain professionalism, reliability, and a strong work ethic.
• Protect company proprietary and product-development information.
• Perform other duties, projects, and responsibilities as assigned.

The successful candidate should have experience operating multiple types of industrial sewing machines
, which may include:

• Single-needle
• Double-needle
• 4-thread and 5-thread overlock/serger
• Flatlock
• Bartack
• Other specialized industrial sewing equipment

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