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Entry Level Sewing Machine Maintenance Jobs in Kent, WA

Serta Simmons

Machine Operator - Sewing

Puyallup, WA · On-site

$20.30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Remove panel from stack and position with flange under sewing machine foot. * Check ticket for ... Maintain cleanliness of work area How You'll Do It: * Ability to sort items along with good ...

Serta Simmons Bedding LLC

Machine Operator - Sewing

Puyallup, WA · On-site

$20.30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Remove panel from stack and position with flange under sewing machine foot. * Check ticket for ... Maintain cleanliness of work area How You'll Do It: * Ability to sort items along with good ...

L.N. Curtis & sons

PPE Care Sewer/Seamstress (Kent)

Kent, WA

$19 - $21/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... sewing machines. * Remove and install patches on uniforms. * Learn NFPA 1850 and other industry standards and how they relate to our processes and procedures. * Maintain accurate sewing logs ...

LN Curtis & Sons

PPE Care Sewer/Seamstress (Kent)

Kent, WA · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... sewing machines. * Remove and install patches on uniforms. * Learn NFPA 1850 and other industry standards and how they relate to our processes and procedures. * Maintain accurate sewing logs ...

LN Curtis & Sons

PPE Care Sewer/Seamstress (Kent)

Kent, WA · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... sewing machines. * Remove and install patches on uniforms. * Learn NFPA 1850 and other industry standards and how they relate to our processes and procedures. * Maintain accurate sewing logs ...

Soteria Flexibles Corp

Operator I

Seattle, WA · On-site

$19.25 - $23/hr

This entry-level position involves assisting with machinery maintenance, participating in new product development, and addressing technical challenges. The operator will collaborate with both ...

Redi Bag Inc

Operator I

Tukwila, WA

$19.25 - $23/hr

This entry-level position involves assisting with machinery maintenance, participating in new product development, and addressing technical challenges. The operator will collaborate with both ...

Verstela

Production Associate

Dupont, WA · On-site

$18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... including sewing machines, hot glue guns, and pallet jacks. · Label, pack, and prepare finished ... maintain a clean, organized work area. Schedule Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Pay $18.00 per ...

Soteria Flexibles

Operator I

Tukwila, WA · On-site

$19.25 - $23/hr

This entry-level position involves assisting with machinery maintenance, participating in new product development, and addressing technical challenges. The operator will collaborate with both ...

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How much do entry level sewing machine maintenance jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level sewing machine maintenance in Kent, WA is $18.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.30 and $19.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do you become an entry level sewing machine maintenance technician?

To become an entry-level sewing machine maintenance technician, individuals typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and should gain knowledge of sewing machine mechanics through vocational training, technical schools, or on-the-job experience. Basic skills in troubleshooting, electrical systems, and mechanical repair are important, and some employers may prefer candidates with certifications or hands-on experience with sewing machine models.

What is the difference between Entry Level Sewing Machine Maintenance vs Sewing Machine Repair Technician?

AspectEntry Level Sewing Machine MaintenanceSewing Machine Repair Technician
CredentialsBasic technical training, certifications often preferredAdvanced technical certifications, specialized training
Work EnvironmentFactories, sewing shops, manufacturing facilitiesRepair shops, manufacturing plants, service centers
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturers, textile companies, sewing machine companiesAppliance repair companies, industrial equipment services
Search & Comparison IntentBasic maintenance tasks, routine servicingDiagnosing and fixing complex machine issues

Entry Level Sewing Machine Maintenance focuses on routine upkeep and basic repairs, often requiring less advanced certifications. Sewing Machine Repair Technicians handle more complex repairs and diagnostics, usually with specialized training. Both roles are essential in the textile and manufacturing industries but differ in skill level and scope of work.

What are the most commonly searched types of Sewing Machine Maintenance jobs in Kent, WA?

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Sewing Machine Maintenance job openings in Kent, WA as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 34% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $38,135 per year, or $18.3 per hour.

Machine Operator - Sewing

Serta Simmons

Puyallup, WA • On-site

$20.30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Serta Simmons Bedding rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 62 rated fashion and textile manufacturers

Job description

Be Part of the Future of Sleep! 

At Serta Simmons Bedding (SSB), we're more than a mattress company, we're a leading global sleep company with a mission to help people sleep better so they can live healthier lives. With a 150-year heritage in delivering industry-leading sleep solutions, we own iconic brands including Serta, Beautyrest, Simmons and Tuft & Needle.

Compensation:

$20.30/HR

What You'll Do:
  • Push cart of panels to machine/follow Zone integrity.
  • Remove panel from stack and position with flange under sewing machine foot.
  • Check ticket for sizing and measure panel
  • Activate machine and sew flange to panel and overcast edge in one operation around perimeter of panel.
  • Insert and sew in legal label and production ticket on every other panel.  Mark ID on tickets
  • As required: add thread, roll of flange material, replace needles, oil machine, fix thread breaks and aside scrap.
  • Observe stitching to detect defects and repair accordingly and check panel before and after sewing for flaws in materials and stitching
  • Notify production supervisor when defects are caused by machine malfunction.
  • Maintain cleanliness of work area
How You'll Do It:
  • Ability to sort items along with good organizational skills
  • Good hand/eye coordination
  • Demonstrated proficiency in at least three positions.
  • Must be able to comprehend and follow work instructions, loading schedules and production tickets. Must be able to understand and follow verbal instructions; communicate with coworkers and management clearly and respectfully; and work in an ever-changing, fast-paced team environment.
What You'll Bring:
  • Basic ability to read and write English
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Demonstratedability and willingness to work safely, take initiative, multi-task, and work both independently and as a part of a team. Work experience with pneumatic tools and/or in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Why work at Serta Simmons Bedding?

When you join SSB, you become part of a winning and diverse team that is excited and committed to helping people get better sleep. We provide inspiring career opportunities, competitive benefits, employee perks, and the chance to be part of the future of sleep.

Benefits and Perks (USA, Salary non-union- optional):

  • Health, Dental, and Vision

  • Annual employee contribution to HSA

  • 401K with company match

  • Paid Time Off / Vacation

  • 12 company holidays

  • Sick days

  • Company paid short- and long-term disability

  • Paid parental leave

  • Discount programs including Friends and family discounts

  • Referral Bonus

  • Tuition Reimbursement

Employees are required to comply with COVID policies established by a vendor or customer.

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination, with respect to all terms and conditions of employment, based solely on a person's race, color, religious creed/religion, sex (including sexual orientation, or gender identity), pregnancy, childbirth or other related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, military status, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping or expression), genetic information (including family medical history), or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.

SSB will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees who need them, as required by law.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to where legally required, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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