Sewing Machine Operator / Seamstress

Job Description

Job Description

Sewing Machine Operator / Seamstress – Direct Hire

• Location: Los Angeles, CA 90038 (on-site)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday 7AM- 3PM 40 hours
• Employment Type: Direct Hire + Benefits
• Pay/Compensation:  $20.50–$26 DOE (most hires $23–$26)

Company Overview
A well-established Los Angeles-based manufacturer in the apparel/accessories space is seeking experienced Specialty Sewing Machine Operators to support production of high-quality leather and textile goods. This is an on-site, direct-hire opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, organize, and sort materials prior to sewing/assembly
• Set up sewing machines (change needles, install attachments, thread machines, adjust settings)
• Operate a variety of sewing machines to stitch/join materials accurately and efficiently
• Inspect materials and finished products for defects; maintain high quality standards
• Perform basic machine troubleshooting and routine preventive maintenance
• Use hand-sewing/finishing and ironing techniques when needed
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Support the team with related production tasks as needed; cross-train on other equipment as assigned

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience operating single-needle sewing machines in a manufacturing environment (preferred)
• Experience sewing leather and/or luxury or high-end garments/products strongly preferred
• Single needle, double needle, overlock/serger, coverstitch, walking foot, leather sewing, industrial sewing
• Comfortable setting up and operating industrial sewing machines and working with various fabrics/materials
• Ability to follow spec sheets/design instructions and measure accurately
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Reliable, accountable, and able to work well in a team environment
• Able to work in a fast-paced production setting

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit/stand for extended periods with some walking
• Frequent repetitive motions using hands/arms/wrists/fingers ; strong manual dexterity and visual attention to detail
• Ability to lift/carry up to 25 lbs as neede

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