Sewing Machine Operator

Sewing Machine Operator

Reports To: Area Supervisor Direct Reports: None FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Employment Type: Full-Time Pay: $17.50/ hr

Position Overview: Meet or exceed quality and productivity standards for each assignment. Contribute to a safe, clean work environment and perform all tasks as required in the assigned department.

Essential Job Functions:

• Produce specified product to required specifications using proper methods.
• Operate equipment safely and utilize methods to ensure safe operation.
• Inspect work to ensure that the machine is operating correctly, and that each product is made according to specifications.
• Adhere to company quality standards and procedures.
• Contact supervisor as needed.
• Strive for perfect attendance. Ensure attendance points do not exceed those allowed in the attendance policy.

Non-Essential Job Functions:

• Establish and maintain a good working relationship with leaders and peers.
• Maintain a positive outlook and a high level of enthusiasm.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.

Training: Training will be provided on the job for qualifying candidates.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 year in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• 1 year of Industrial sewing machine experience, preferred.

Key Competencies:

• Initiative
• Achievement Orientation
• Analytical Thinking
• Self Confidence
• Teamwork

Physical Requirements: Must be able to sit for duration of day and walk frequently.

Working Conditions: Temperature-regulated plant environment and consistent background machine noise.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical
• HSA Plan
• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• Employer-Paid Short-Term disability
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Employer paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Accident Insurance
• Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
• Voluntary Identity theft protection insurance
• Voluntary Legal insurance
• State-Sponsored Retirement Savings Program
• 10 Paid Company Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO
• Bereavement
• Jury Duty
• Incentive Pay / Bonus
• Referral Program
• Confidential Employee Relief Fund
• Annual Flu Shot Clinic
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Family Medical Leave
• Transportation Benefit (Chicago)
• School Visitation Leave (Chicago)
• Blood Donation Paid Hours (Chicago)

EEO 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.