What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Sewing Machine Operator (Full-time) position at Foxmark?
Job Description:
An industrial sewing machine operator specializing in sewing graphics and keder for signage, banners, and fabric displays. They operate industrial sewing machines, understand different fabric types, and can produce high-quality, durable seams for tension fabric structures and large-format printed materials. The textile is typically finished with a hem, serge stitch, pole pockets, or keder for Silicone Edge Graphics. They report directly to the Production Manager.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Effectively run digital equipment to print, transfer, and sew a variety of substrates.
- Able to use a professional sewing machine with little training. Matic Cronos's experience is a plus.
- Able to measure a frame and calculate necessary bleed and allowances for hem or silicone edge for custom fabric graphics.
- Ability to complete the job according to customer specifications and produce quality work
- Monitor the production throughout the run for quality, maintaining all required samples as designated by the customer and procedures
- Ability for standard set ups, adjustments and operating characteristics of equipment and skills to perform standard adjustments
- Perform all required preventative maintenance in accordance with production schedule
Overview of Responsibilities:
- Operates industrial sewing machine to finish custom fabric graphics.
- Performs minor repairs and preventative maintenance on machines, including cleaning, changing blades, and vacuuming belts.
- Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations. Maintain housekeeping standards.
- Assist in other finishing operations as needed.
The Ideal Candidate will possess:
- Experience in a production facility
- Eager to move up within the company after proven good performance
- Ability to multi-task, set priorities, and meet deadlines while working under minimal supervision.
- Ability to efficiently manage time and workload, which includes planning, prioritizing, organizing, and following through on a variety of tasks, assignments, and projects.
- Ability to maintain a professional composure while working under stress and changing environments.
- Ability to take initiative and learn/apply techniques and procedures
Requirements:
- High School Diploma
- Must pass a background check and Drug Screen
- Applicant must be able to climb a ladder and lift 50 lbs.
- Must be able to work in a warm press room and at times in a hot warehouse with fans but without air conditioning.
Experience in the following is a plus but not mandatory:
- 3 years of experience in signage and graphics is highly desired.
- Previous experience operating sewing machines.
This job overview is not all inclusive. In addition, Foxmark reserves the right to amend this job overview at any time. Foxmark Commercial Graphic Solutions is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to you and all other persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Day shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
Work Location: In person
