Sewing Machine Operator

Type: Full-time 4 day work week (32 hours per week)

Starting Wage: $21/hour

Benefits: Health insurance, health savings account, dental insurance, vision insurance, PTO, opportunity for profit sharing, & employee stock program

Purpose: Sewing Machine Operators work collaboratively in teams to sew and assemble all of our garments to Melanzana’s specifications and high quality standards; They support retail and fulfillment departments as well as embody, share, and support our brand, values, culture, and long term vision.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Operate industrial sewing machines, and other related equipment, to assemble all of our production garments to first quality standards;
• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of garment specifications and quality standards to ensure garments are sewn consistently and accurately;
• Inspect your work and the work of teammates to identify and catch issues early as parts move down the line;
• Give and receive constructive feedback professionally and respectfully;
• Continuously improve sewing skills, technique, and speed to increase efficiency and productivity;
• Consistently able to meet established production and quality targets;
• Maintain awareness while sewing to quickly identify and resolve any issues quickly that could affect quality or production flow;
• Collaborate with fellow sewers by sharing techniques, ideas, and knowledge to strengthen team skills and support less experienced team members;
• Maintain a clean, organized sewing station and help keep shared workspaces orderly and safe;
• Perform basic machine maintenance, including threading machines, changing needles, and cleaning equipment;
• Promptly report machine malfunctions or maintenance issues to mechanics or supervisors to minimize production downtime;
• Assist the quality team by inspecting garments and bundles when additional support is needed;
• Travel to second factory (solo or with a team) for at least 4 days in the first year;
• Attend department and “All Staff” employee meetings, when scheduled.

• Ability to stay focused and motivated in a fast paced and team-based manufacturing environment
• Strong work ethic; Able to arrive on time and work assigned shifts reliably
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Be able to maintain a positive, approachable attitude and work well in teams
• Comfortable giving and receiving constructive feedback professional and respectfully
• Ability to communicate with all staff in a supportive, respectful and professional manner
• Adaptable and open to changes within the sewing department and company
• Ability to sit for 8 hours per day, perform repetitive hand and arm movements, strong hand dexterity and fine motor skills and adequate vision to see and work with small details
• Ability to read and write in English or Spanish