Sewer & Finishing Associate

We are looking for a skilled Industrial Sewer & Finishing Associate to join our print production team. This blended role combines sewing expertise with knowledge of finishing, packaging, and shipping processes for our custom-printed textile products. You will be responsible for operating industrial sewing machines and ensuring high-quality finishes on all products, as well as handling packaging and shipping to meet our customer and company standards. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, efficient, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Industrial Sewing Responsibilities

• Operate industrial sewing machines to assemble, hem, and finish textile products according to design specifications and production schedules.
• Align and sew printed fabrics to ensure accuracy, quality, and alignment of designs.
• Troubleshoot and make minor adjustments to sewing equipment as necessary for smooth operation.
• Collaborate with the print production team to maintain consistency and quality across all finished products.

Finishing & Packaging Responsibilities

• Read job tickets and follow detailed specifications for each job to ensure accuracy in packaging, labeling, and shipping.
• Prepare products for shipment by FedEx, UPS, freight, courier, or Will Call to meet customer and company expectations.
• Follow WIP (Work in Progress) procedures and coordinate with the Production Assistant and Finishing Lead on project timelines.
• Work closely with the Quality Control (QC) team to inspect products, ensuring they meet quality standards before packaging.
• Notify the Production Manager of any products that do not meet quality standards, documenting issues as needed to improve production flow.
• Enhance packaging knowledge by understanding client requirements and specifications for product handling and presentation.

Qualifications – Education, Experience, License/Certifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proven experience as an industrial sewer and/or in a production or finishing role, preferably in a print or textile environment.
• Familiarity with shipping and packaging protocols, including experience with FedEx and UPS.
• Strong computer skills; experience with MS Office, especially Excel, is a plus.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet high standards for quality and precision.
• Strong communication skills; bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
• Ability to adapt to various work environments and work under pressure when necessary.

Physical Requirements

• Manual Dexterity: Ability to operate industrial sewing machines, handle fabric, and perform precise sewing tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strength: Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds, including rolls of fabric, finished products, and shipping boxes.
• Mobility: Ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods while performing sewing, finishing, and packaging tasks.
• Repetitive Motion: Frequent use of hands and fingers for sewing, cutting, and handling materials.
• Postural Activities: Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and kneel while setting up equipment or preparing products for shipment.
• Visual Acuity: Ability to closely inspect fabrics, patterns, and finished products to ensure alignment, quality, and accuracy of designs.
• Hearing and Communication: Ability to listen to instructions, communicate effectively with team members, and hear machine operation sounds for troubleshooting.
• Environmental Tolerance: Comfortable working in a production environment with varying temperatures, noise levels, and exposure to dust or fabric fibers.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to perform repetitive tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment while meeting production deadlines.

Compensation:

The base compensation range for this full-time position is $17.00 - $23.00 per hour plus benefits. Compensation ranges are determined by various factors, including role, experience, and location. The pay range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position. Within the range, actual individual compensation is determined by various factors, including location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.