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Leasing Manager

Nashville, TN ยท On-site

$28 - $30/hr

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Own technical specs and construction details for socks and hosiery products, from initial concept through bulk production * Build and maintain detailed tech packs, including construction callouts ...

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Maintenance Technician

Pine Bluff, AR ยท On-site

$20 - $23/hr

We now distribute over 40,000 items (cosmetics, toys, school supplies, hosiery, hair accessories, OTC, HBA and more) through 3 regional warehouse locations in Arkansas, New Jersey and Nevada. Job ...

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How much do hosiery jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for hosiery in the United States is $12.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $10.34 and $13.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a hosiery?

A hosiery job typically involves the manufacturing, design, or sale of hosiery products such as socks, stockings, tights, and leggings. Duties may include operating knitting or weaving machines, inspecting finished products for quality, packaging items, or working in retail to assist customers. Some positions require knowledge of fabrics, patterns, and production techniques, while others focus on sales and customer service. The specific responsibilities vary depending on the role and the company.

What are the typical responsibilities and challenges faced by someone working in a hosiery manufacturing role?

In a hosiery manufacturing role, you can expect to operate machinery that knits, dyes, and finishes socks, stockings, and related products, as well as inspect items for defects and ensure product quality. Common challenges include troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, maintaining high output with minimal errors, and adapting to fast-paced production timelines. You may also collaborate with quality assurance teams and machine technicians to keep the assembly line running smoothly. This role offers valuable hands-on experience, and with increased expertise, there are often opportunities to advance to lead operator or supervisory positions within the textile manufacturing industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the hosiery position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Hosiery role, foundational skills such as textile knowledge, quality inspection, and production machine operation are essential, often supported by a high school diploma or vocational training in textile manufacturing. Familiarity with knitting machines, computerized controls, and industry safety standards is typically required, and completion of manufacturing safety certification is advantageous. Attention to detail, manual dexterity, and the ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team are vital soft skills in this position. These skills ensure the consistent production of high-quality hosiery products while maintaining safety and efficiency on the production floor.

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Infographic showing various Hosiery job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 62% Full Time, 34% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $25,349 per year, or $12.2 per hour.

Manufacturing Operator (Second Shift) - $1500 Sign on Bonus!

Cabot Hosiery Mills

Waterbury, VT โ€ข On-site

$19 - $21/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago


Job description

The Company:
Founded in 1978, Cabot Hosiery Mills is an American manufacturer of premium socks with uncompromised comfort, durability, and fit. With a family of brands including Darn Tough Vermont, Wide Open, and Cabot & Sons, our mission is to make the world's best socks, in Vermont, USA, and back them with our Unconditional Lifetime Guarantee. We are family owned, three generations strong, and have yet to produce our best sock.
Job Summary:
As we continue to scale one of the fastest growing apparel brands, we are seeking a Manufacturing Operator to keep our processes operating at peak efficiency. The Manufacturing Operator will work in both our knitting and finishing operations. They will manufacture socks by operating knitting machines, performing quality inspections and troubleshooting as required. In our finishing department they will be responsible for operating steam dryers and boarding machines, as well as inspecting and packaging socks. Manufacturing Operators rotate through all positions within our process, as they are trained to do so. We take pride in the training and development of our employees and in giving them opportunities for growth. We work four, ten-hour days a week. Starting at $19-21 per hour based on experience with a 10% shift differential. 2nd shift is 3:30 PM to 2 AM, Monday through Thursday. We also offer a $1500 Sign-on Bonus, paid out over the 1st year of employment.
Standard Responsibilities:
  • Follow all required safety best practices as trained and help to maintain a safe workplace.
  • Adhere to and respect all company policies.
  • Follow standard work procedures as trained.
  • Communicate with team members, production specialists, and supervisors as needed.
  • Operate manufacturing equipment as trained, troubleshoot as needed, escalate issues as required.
  • Place socks onto finishing machines and into packaging.
  • Utilize required Personal Protective Equipment at all times.
  • Perform quality inspections of raw and finished socks; identify and communicate defects as required.
  • Monitor levels of yarn and production supplies and request additional as needed.
  • Utilize desktop or handheld computers to: perform inventory transactions, report quality issues, receive training, and communicate internally as required.
  • Work with a sense of urgency to help the team, shift, and company hit production targets.
  • Practice good housekeeping measures throughout the shift.
  • Other duties as required and assigned.

Qualifications:
  • High School diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Functional mathematic skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Basic computer skills required to communicate and perform inventory transactions.
  • Strong fine motor skills and manual dexterity.
  • Ability to stand and walk for 10-12 hour shifts.
  • Ability to distinguish between colors and shades.
  • Ability to lift 30 lbs. consistently and occasionally overhead.
  • Ability to safely use ladders and stepstools to reach elevated materials.
  • Ability to work well under pressure in a demanding environment.
  • Ability to work cohesively with colleagues as part of a team.
  • Ability to be professional and courteous at all times.
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities and work with initiative throughout the day while maintaining quality of work and a positive attitude.

Working Conditions:
  • Manufacturing environment - exposure to machinery, noise, warm environments, and other adverse conditions for extended periods of time.

At Cabot Hosiery Mills, we have a list of shared company values - one of them is We Value Differences. Where you come from, how you identify, your age, and other descriptions are something that makes you, you, and we respect that. We are an honest group of people and work hard, if you like that, we encourage you to apply.
This job description should not be interpreted to be a complete list of all the duties, qualifications and responsibilities performed by the jobholder. To maintain organizational flexibility, the organization has the discretion to add, drop or change at any time the duties, responsibilities, and expectations of this position. This job description does not constitute an offer of employment, continuous employment, or an employment contract. Reasonable accommodation will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
The pay range for this role is:
20.90 - 23.10 USD per hour (Waterbury)