Sewing Machine Operator

Job description: Sewing Machine Operator This position is part of the Sewing Team. This position reports to the Sewing Floor Supervisor. This position is full-time. The Sewing Machine Operator is the primary role of Dignity Apparel operations and has the greatest part to play in ensuring that we make excellent garments, hitting our production goals and maintaining high levels of quality. In this role, an operator will be provided extensive training to become a well-rounded sewing machine operator, able to complete a variety of different sewing operations that go into making a wide variety of different products. As an operator grows in skill, base pay for the position increases with the number of operations that have been learned. As an operator grows in efficiency, hourly pay for the position increases with the number of operations completed and garments produced.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Operate an automatic sewing machine, training to become skilled in multiple different sewing operations for a variety of garments. Progress from basic training to become a Level 1-4 sewing machine operator. Inspect and repair finished products as needed, ensuring garments are completed with a high level of quality. Attach elastic, cord, zippers, hooks, buttons and other trimmings to sewn pieces according to work order instructions and diagrams. Meet or exceed consistent daily and weekly goals for efficiency and quality. Conduct basic, routine daily maintenance on sewing machines to ensure proper functioning.

Effective candidates will excel in:

Organization skills

• Strong task-orientation, strong ability to organize work to ensure streamlined operations. Goal-orientation
• Strong drive to excel and achieve goals, self-motivated and responsible. Team Player
• Able to work well with a variety of people and situations. Able to balance personal needs with the needs of others and overall goals of the company. Adaptability & Creativity
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment of continuous change and challenge. Willing to suggest and try new ways of doing things. Discipline & Resilience
• Ability to try hard consistently each day, ability to keep trying when things are hard. Optimism
• Optimistic attitude, encouraging towards self and others. Values-driven
• Committed to living out DA values on a daily basis, helping us to create the culture we strive for and to achieve our mission.

QUALIFICATIONS

Exemplary in living out Dignity Apparel values and culture each and every day. Must be at least 18 years old and able to work with industrial machines. Must have good physical (hand/eye) coordination. Able to lift 10-30 lbs. regularly with reasonable accommodation. Ability to stand for extended periods of time and handle physical workload. Reliable and punctual. Ability to thrive in fast-paced environment. Strong work ethic, including team and goal orientation. Self-motivated, positive attitude, willingness to learn. Some experience with sewing machines preferred.

Image Pointe & Dignity Apparel:

Mission, Method, & Values Mission :

To create dignified, life-changing jobs.

Method:

We seek to grow the breadth of our impact by creating as many jobs as we can, focusing on markets that resonate with our mission. We seek to grow our depth of impact by partnering with like-minded organizations who will help us to transform lives.

Values:

Family

• Dignity Apparel exists to create a family-friendly employment environment for our team. We seek to care for team members individually in an equitable manner, provide generous wages and benefits, and create a company culture where people enjoy coming to work. Relationship
• Dignity Apparel values relationships over transactions. We seek to create lasting relationships with our team members, clients, and vendors, supporting them in meeting real needs and realizing their goals over the long-term. We believe the best in one another, seeking to make each other better and putting others before self. Excellence
• Dignity Apparel subscribes to a call to excellence. We seek to be an industry leader in every aspect of our work, and to achieve continually higher levels of quality in what we produce. We are committed to provide outstanding service to all clients, and to working hard each day to find fulfillment in a job well done. Honesty & Integrity
• Dignity Apparel believes that honesty and integrity are of the utmost importance in how we do our work. Honesty and integrity build trust, and trust is the foundation for strong and successful relationships between coworkers, with our clients, and with our vendors. Dignity
• Dignity Apparel is a workplace where all can work with dignity.

We want each team member to realize their full potential, both personally and in their trade, craft, or skill area. Above all we are committed to creating a safe workplace where team members can operate free from fear of harm.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8-hour shift Monday to

Friday Pay Structure:

Base $11.50

• $13.

50 per hour plus efficiency bonus payBonus pay Certifications earns more pay Efficiency earns more pay Must have the ability to commute to 2975 Airline Highway, Waterloo

IA 50703

Pay:

$11.50

• $15.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

sewing : 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person