Prep Sewing

Role and Responsibilities

• Assisting with prep work for sewing machine operators which includes trimming of threads, occasional gluing of parts/materials, marking of fabrics.
• Moving in-process materials from one station to the next and assisting with the packaging of finished products.
• Ensuring work orders are carefully read and followed.
• Meeting or exceeding daily and weekly output and quality goals.
• Understanding and following measurements accurately.
• Ensuring accurate work times are entered in ERP system.
• Maintaining safe operations by adhering to safety rules, direction, and procedures.
• Maintaining the organization and cleanliness of assigned work area, machinery and shared spaces.
• Additional tasks as assigned by Management.
• Sewing specific tasks (may not apply to all workers): Acquire proficiency in sewing with understanding of thread tension and seam allowances. Be able to read and interpret spec sheets and sewing standards. May help with some minor sewing repairs, i.e. taking things apart to be redone when necessary.
• Acquire proficiency in sewing with understanding of thread tension and seam allowances.
• Be able to read and interpret spec sheets and sewing standards.
• May help with some minor sewing repairs, i.e. taking things apart to be redone when necessary.

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience working in manufacturing or with sewing machines preferred but not required.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform comfortably in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptable to changing business needs.