Hourly Sewing Machine Operator Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Manufacturing Associate – Level I role is responsible for beginner level production order matching to the staged product and move the product to their workstation, lifting, weighing, counting and utilizing a variety of production equipment to assemble, package and label material.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assemble items as instructed by the Production Supervisor or Production Team Leader(s)
• Operate button press or sewing machinery used in the production process or assist machine operators in process
• Complete tasks safely and efficiently with the highest level of quality in mind
• Report productivity back to the Production Associate – Level III (Team Lead)
• Ensure that quality product is being produced at the standard rate while minimizing the amount of scrap and down time produced
• Keep work areas clean and organized
• Follow all safety rules and quality standards
• Report safety hazards and incidents to the supervisor immediately
• Create cartons, package product and label cartons
• Handle any additional tasks as may be assigned

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Experience

• Previous light or heavy manufacturing related experience (preferred)
• Experience with industrial sewing, upholstery covering, fabric cutting, repackaging or Semi and Fully Automatic setting machines (preferred)

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to chest level with or without an accommodation
• Bending, kneeling and finger dexterity is required
• Ability to interpret product drawings and a basic understanding of the imperial and metric system
• Ability to measure components using tape measures, calipers and angle gauges (ability to read a ruler and add time)
• Ability to read a production order (PO) form and pick tickets for successful work completion
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to multitask and effectively prioritize tasks.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the capability to clearly communicate and articulate information to team members, customers, and vendors with differing communication styles.

Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Quality oriented
• Time Management
• Dependability

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. This job description is NOT a contract for employment and does not modify or circumvent the employee’s ‘at-will’ employment relationship with the company.

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