Industrial Sewer

Part-Time Sewer

Baker Furniture

Connelly Springs, North Carolina

Non- Exempt; Part-Time

Rate of Pay DOE

Summary
Baker Furniture is seeking a Part-Time Sewer with solid foundational skills in operating sewing machines and sewing techniques specifically for upholstered furniture. Expertise in sewing all panels and upholstery covers, including flat work and cushions in preparation for upholstery, is highly sought after for this position. Additionally, experience in manufacturing and warehouse operations will be advantageous. The perfect candidate should also have strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with the management team and other departments.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Unties bundle and removes seat pieces.
• Read ticket for fabric specifications
• Sew seat pieces together, attaching law label in center of seat.
• Removes arm panels from bundle, and sews arm panels as instructed, following notches and cut marks made by cutting machine.
• Applies pull strip to bottom and back of sewn arm panels.
• Removes inside back piece from bundle, and sews pull strip to bottom and both sides.
• Assembles cushion with pre-made boxing, attaching top first and matching as needed. Turns sewn pieces wrong-side-out and attaches bottom piece to finish cushion.
• If back cushion is included, assembles it in the same manner as the seat cushion (described above). If arm or throw pillow is included, sews welt to top and then joins pillows reverse to welt and top.
• Put ID tags in each boxing and throw pillows.
• Inspect work.
• After sewing is completed, turns all pieces right-side-out.
• Folds pieces neatly, ties into bundle and places in pick-up area of work table.
• Exercises care and follows the proper safety procedures to prevent injuries to themselves and their co-workers.

Qualifications
- Proficiency in operating sewing machines and performing sewing tasks
- Knowledge of working with various materials(Ex. Leather, Velvet, Pattern, Flocked, Viscose, etc.)
- Experience in manufacturing or warehouse environments
- Basic computer skills needed for scanning completion of WIP

-Demonstrate proficiency in dressmaker and skirt construction skills is essential.

These qualifications will be essential for success in the role of a Sewer.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8 – 32 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Choose your own hours
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• No nights
• No weekends

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Do you have comprehensive knowledge of all elements involved in creating dressmakers, pleats, and skirts for upholstered furniture?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $24