JOB TITLE: Multi-Skilled Machine Operator
SHIFT: 2nd Shift 4PM-2AM Monday - Thursday with paid lunch daily
This position will train on 1st shift M-Th, 6AM-4:30PM
PAY: Base rate $16.38/hour plus $1.50/hour 2nd shift differential
DEPARTMENT: Embroidery Department
REPORTS TO: Embroidery Department Manager & 2nd Shift Supervisor and Sewing Department Supervisor
SUMMARY: The Multi-Skilled machine operator will operate multi-head embroidery machines to embroider names, initials, or decorative designs on garments, material, or uniform accessories; operate a sewing machine to merrow patches; operate an automatic 2X2 machine to sew the outside perimeter of a patch, and sewing, cutting, finishing, and packaging duties as directed.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ability to draw thread through guides, tensions, and needles and adjust tensions, threads, and bobbins according to fabric type.
- Ability to hoop and center material to prepare for processing on embroidery, merrow and 2x2 machines.
- Ability to center material to prepare for processing on embroidery, merrow and 2X2 machines.
- Ability to observe embroidery, merrow, sewing and 2X2 machine operations to detect defects in stitching that indicate machine malfunction and notify supervisor of malfunction.
- Ability to inspect garments for defects or damage, repair defects and/or fill in blanks left by machines.
- Must be dependable and self-motivated with a positive attitude.
- Ability to work independently with little supervision and communicate well with manager, supervisor and team leaders.
- Ability to maintain speed and efficiency and be fully committed to excellent internal customer service.
- Ability to maintain department production demand numbers.
- Ability to accurately count and follow written and verbal directions.
- Pay attention to the quality of both the starting product and the finished product.
- · Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and have discernment for colors and detail.
- · Perform other duties as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- · High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred but not required.
- · General Computer skills preferred but not required.
- · Manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- · Continually required to stand and walk (10 hours per shift and up to 2 hours overtime as needed).
- Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
- Continually required to talk and hear and visually see.
- · Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Must be able to move, push and lift up to 40lbs.
Sayre Enterprises, a Division of Ira Green, Inc., is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Pay: From $16.38 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
