Sewing Machine Operator

Job Description

The Sewing Machine Operator will be responsible for piecing together (joining) fabric using a regular single needle sewing machine in accordance with required production and quality standards. Fabric varies from cloth, leather or bonded leather.

Single needle sewing machine, Nippers, Scissors

• Basic reading and writing skills required.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate the English language.
• Must be able to correctly identify colors.

• Must learn to read and understand daily production schedule in order to accurately produce daily requirements.
• From production schedule, learn cover numbers to identify different covers and colors for respective styles to be assembled.
• Read and understand thread color chart to determine which threads to apply for each respective color fabric and style.
• Must be able to read and understand a production schedule to reference a work order number from the schedule to a ticket attached to a bundle of cut covers that go with the style being sewn.
• Set up work station and single needle sewing machine consistent with style to be run. This includes changing threads as needed.
• Retrieve cut covers from a buggy or rack which have been placed in the rack by the cutting department employees.
• Join cut pieces together using single needle sewing machine.
• Maintain ½ inch seam as required by quality standards.
• Bundle and tie off the completed sewn parts.
• Place ticket with the work order number on the bundle.
• Place the bundled completed parts in the rack for the filling department.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.
• Self-monitor production throughout the day to maintain required level of production.
• Communicates with supervisor and lead person as needed on questions or problems that occur while performing job.
• Maintain clean and organized work station.
• Assist others when necessary.

• Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) should be worn at all times within the department as well as throughout the plant where designated.
• Safety is enforced each day to prevent any accidents.
• Who is responsible for your safety? “YOU ARE!”
• Immediately report any work related injury or illness.
• Keep the work area neat and free of hazards. The use of compressed air without proper safety nozzle is prohibited for clean-up.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Always ensure proper lifting techniques: avoid bending and twisting at the waist whenever possible.
• Inspect tools and protective equipment before use.
• Learn the hazards of the equipment and procedures used on the job.
• Report any defective, malfunctioning, or suspicious tool, machine, or protective equipment immediately.
• Participate in safety training and safety meetings.
• Report any hazards or risks related to policies or procedures.

• Protective Footwear (leather or canvas with closed toe and heel)
• Strength Requirement:
  Medium

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing