Job Description
Position: Sewing Machine Operator
Type: Full-time 4 day work week (32 hours per week) - Friday-Monday Shift
Starting Wage: $19/hour
Benefits: Health insurance, health savings account, dental insurance, vision insurance, PTO, opportunity for profit sharing, & employee stock program
On-the-job training is provided for the right candidates 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.
Requirements
- 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
Job Tags
Full time, Shift work