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Samson Marketing

Border/Zipper Sewer

Pay: Not specified
Posted: 4 days ago
Location: Conover, NC (Onsite)
Last Updated: 4 hours ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 10/14/2026

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A Sewing Machine Operator operates a sewing machine in a factory or facility that produces clothing or other products made with fabric.

$35,425 / year median in North Carolina

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Job Description

BORDER/ZIPPER SEWER BASIC FUNCTION
Being a Border/Zipper Sewer includes piecing borders together, running the appropriate welt in them and running zippers in backs, ottomans and pillows to spec. Monday - Thursday, 6:30am - 4:00pm (some overtime)
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Standard operation procedures. Must be able to read ticket and job notes for directions and specifications before sewing. Run zipper and/or border machines Pull borders to remove excess welt cord Thread/re-thread machinery Install rolls of zipper into machinery/attach zipper flies for zipping Exercises care and follow the proper safety procedures to prevent injuries to themselves and their co-workers. May perform other duties/special or non-routine assignments as needed.
TOOLS USED WHILE PERFORMING DUTIES
Sewing machine 5. Screwdriver Scissors 6. Tape Measure Zipper machine 7. Tweezers Border machine
RELATIONSHIPS AND CONTACTS
Supervisory Relationships:
Reports to
Department Supervisor Organization Relationships:
Works with other sewers on a daily basis as needed. Ability to adapt to a team oriented, production atmosphere is required.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
High School graduate helpful Good Communication Skills - oral and written. 3+ years' experience in production upholstery fabric sewing in an upholstered furniture manufacturing environment preferred. Read and Follow Instructions