What are the responsibilities and job description for the Apprentice - Industrial Sewing Machine Operator position at The Sewing Labs?
About us
We are proud of our company culture that is inclusive, creative, and engaging. Our mission is to be an inclusive and welcoming community teaching the legacy of sewing for employment, entrepreneurship, and enrichment..
Our work environment includes:
- Snacks provided
- Growth opportunities
- Relaxed atmosphere
- Flexible working hours
- Lively atmosphere
- Safe work environment
- On-the-job training
- Casual work attire
- Regular social events
There has never been a more exciting time to become a trained stitcher!
The Sewing Labs is seeking external candidates to enroll in our exclusive Sewing Salon Training Program. Being selected to participate in the Sewing Salon Training Program equips our graduates with the tools they need to obtain a registered apprenticeship allowing them to become professional certified Industrial Sewing Machine Operators. Interviews are taking place now, with training beginning in April and May 2025. The training portion of the program requires a nine hour commitment each week, allowing our trainees flexibility as they learn this new, in-demand skill.
Submitting an application for this particular posting does not mean that you are applying for an immediate paid position. Rather, submitting an application for this posting means you are committing to a workforce training program that includes 30 weeks of training with no cost tuition (A $4,500 value) followed by 2,000 hours as a paid apprentice with one of the numerous employers seeking to hire trained stitchers in the greater Kansas City region.
What Is An Apprenticeship?
As with all US Department of Labor registered apprenticeship training programs, the Apprentice will enroll in and complete the required classroom training curriculum. The course work will require up to 270 hours of related technical instruction in a classroom setting and approximately 2,000 hours of paid on-the-job training with a partner employer. An Apprenticeship allows our graduates a unique opportunity to acquire the necessary skills to become well-compensated, in-demand Industrial Sewing Machine Operators.
Interested individuals must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- No Experience Required
- Valid ID
- Must be eligible to work in the United States
- Must commit to 30 weeks of training (9 hours per week – two sessions of 4.5 hours each. Monday and Wednesdays; Morning Cohort 9:30am and Afternoon Cohort 1:30pm)
- Must commit to 2,000 hours of paid apprenticeship with a local partner employer. Benefits will be offered during the paid apprenticeship. Benefits vary depending on each employer partner's unique benefits package
Job Types: Part-time, Internship
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Kansas City, MO 64106 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Kansas City, MO 64106: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person