Sewing Machine Operator

Job Summary

The Sewing Machine Operator uses their technical knowledge and practical skills to operate and maintain sewing machines in a demanding and fast paced environment. The individual must be able to read and understand pattern patterns for use in sewing insulations blankets for oil and gas field operations.

Primary Job Duties

• Safely operate and maintain industrial sewing machines in a demanding, fast paced environment
• Read and interpret patterns
• Follow designs and patterns with precision, ensuring high-quality results
• Must meet production goals with speed and accuracy
• Must be able to align materials in the machine and utilize foot pedals to operate the machine
• Must be able to adjust and maintain machines for each use
• Inspect completed products for accuracy and quality
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Monitor machine operation to detect problems and have the ability to fix minor machine malfunction
• Perform routine machine maintenance

Required Competencies / Prerequisites

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of one year of commercial sewing experience
• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language
• Ability to lift heavy fabric roles
• Ability to accurately utilize basic computer applications

Physical Requirements

• Light to moderate physical effort required
• Must be able to lift fifty (50) pounds.
• Required to walk, reach, and move about the shop
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time
• Work with industrial equipment
• Wear safety equipment

PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required and must be worn when in the shop

• Safety glasses
• Hearing protection
• Puncture resistant gloves
• Long sleeved pants and shirts
• Footwear covering the entire foot

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.