Sewer

Main Tasks

Refers to orders for sewing media and selects appropriate materials

· Ensures all material and auxiliary supplies are available prior to beginning

work

· Starts sewing machinery at the beginning of a shift and tests it for proper

functionality

· Addresses any discrepancies or problems faced during the testing period

· Draws threads through needles and adjusts machine functions to meet the

requirements of the sewing project

· Positions materials under needles to sew them together

· Replaces and rethreads needles for a subsequent project or in case of the

existing one needing more thread

· Observes operations to detect any faults or defects in stitching

· Notifies supervisors of any problems or discrepancies during the sewing

process

· Ensures the finished product conforms to the design and merchandizing

instructions provided in the work order

· Ensures excess material or threads are cut away from the finished product

· Performs general and preventative maintenance tasks on sewing machines

to ensure their longevity

· Additional duties as assigned