Sewing Machine Operator

Position Title

Sewing Machine Operator (SMO)

Employment Status

Full Time

Department

Production

FLSA Status

-

Reports To

Plant Manager

Effective Date

01/24/23

Position Summary

Responsible for effectively and efficiently producing sewn materials within the timeframe allocated by the production schedule.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Using an applicable sewing machine, sew binding, windows, and other items.
  • Verifying material is correct per the work order.
  • Following procedures to ensure uniformity.

Additional Requirements

  • Must be able to recognize and take advantage of opportunities to save both labor costs and material costs.
  • Will be responsible for upkeep and maintaining work area to stay within 5S standards set by the company.
  • Must be willing and able to cross-train to learn various sewing techniques.
  • Removal of binding and or seams.
  • Cutting when needed for material production.
  • Measuring and verifying correct placements for windows, grommet strips, etc.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)

  • Strong sewing skills.
  • Ability to read diagrams and production drawings.
  • Ability to differentiate in between shade variations.

Required Education/Experience

  • Basic High School Degree or GED

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This position is a production floor position. While performing the job:

  • Lifting – Often
  • Walking – Rarely
  • Standing – Rarely
  • Sitting – Often
  • Bending – Often
  • Climbing – Rarely
  • Computer screen time – Rarely

*Noise – Hearing protection is provided if desired.

*Seeing – Eye protection is provided as some areas will require protection.

*Fumes – Masks are available and provided by AF Sports upon request.

 

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