Sewing Instructor

Our Mission: To Keep American Workers SafeNSA is looking for self-starters who can help support our mission. Are you ready?Reports To: Quality Manager Direct Reports: No FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Employment Type: Full Time Pay: $22-$25.00 Hourly RatePosition Overview: Administer instructional sewing lessons to students. Throughout the duration of the training period, provide transparent feedback to the student, HR, and their department manager.Essential Job Functions (Introductory & Advanced):Refer to and follow the Sewing Operator training checklist to ensure that all students understand and are capable of performing each application. The skills covered are:Machine safety, maintenance and functionMaterial and garment handling and qualityStandard sewing applications used in retail apparel manufacturingProduce garments utilizing organizational concepts for either a team based TSS flow or individual piece/progressive bundle production environmentNational Safety apparel communication and computer programsInstruct students using visual, auditory and kinesthetic lessons that help drive skill retention.Make sure sewing operator trainees adhere to company quality standards and proceduresMaintain thorough records of training and performance reviews.Administer formal and informal performance reviews making sure all feedback is constructive and professional.Provide regular and detailed feedback regarding student performance to HR and their department manager.Work with Quality Manager and HR to determine school capacity for onboarding new students.Work with Quality Manager, HR and Production Management to determine when students are not meeting the requirements for advancement.Work with Quality Manager, HR and Production Management to determine when students are approaching graduation and provide feedback for suggested placement based off current openings.Essential Job Functions (Advanced):Support the development and training of Introductory Sewing Instructors so they can fill in on Advanced training.Focus training on a smooth transition to team integration wherever possible, and when Production can provide focused training bundles.Provide support for establishing best practices in the school and, where necessary, in production to help drive efficiency and organization.Where, necessary, assist Production with determining construction steps for new items.Non-Essential Job Functions:Administer lean and batch manufacturing support and training to existing teams in the production plant.May be reassigned to assist other departments.Qualifications:Education: High school diploma or GED is preferred.Experience: Two years of industrial sewing, including full garment construction, is required. Efficiency based sewing is preferred.Language Skills: Intermediate English skills in accordance with the CEFR standards for languages. Must be able to communicate and understand familiar topics (sewing).Computer Skills: Fundamental computer skills; navigating applications, sending and receiving emails, and basic file creation and management.Key Competencies:AttitudeApproaching problems in a way that turns them into opportunitiesMaintaining a positive outlook on a consistent basisPersisting, refusing to give upInitiativeRecognizing and seizing opportunitiesDoing more than job requiresDependability, with regard to attendanceAchievement OrientationSetting challenging goals and measuring resultsFinding betters ways to do things (OFI process)Analytical ThinkingSetting prioritiesThinking logically, analyzing situations systematicallyAnticipating obstaclesSelf ConfidencePresenting self in an assertive and confident mannerStating position clearly, respectfully, and confidently in conflictsTaking responsibility for and learning from mistakesTeamwork and CollaborationSoliciting input of others and involving others themWorking collaboratively with supervisor and peersPhysical Requirements: Standing and/or walking for long periods of time; lifting up to 35 lbs.Working Conditions: Fast paced; high demandBenefits Offered:Medical & HSA PlanVoluntary Dental & VisionCompany-paid Short-Term DisabilityLife & AD&D Insurance (company-paid + voluntary options)Voluntary benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Legal, Identity Protection)401(k)401(k) matching10 Paid HolidaysPTO & Paid Sick LeaveTuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Referral Bonus ProgramTransportation Benefits (Chicago)Paid Leave (Bereavement, Jury Duty, School Visitation, Blood Donation)Confidential Employee Relief FundVolunteer OpportunitiesEEO Statement: National Safety Apparel provides equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, disability, ancestry, age, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or any other protected group status as defined by law.