Heavy Sewing Machine Operator

VSG is a vertically integrated business focused on supplying and manufacturing life-safety products and equipment that serve arborists, climbers, technical rescue professionals, and other ‘at-height’ experts around the globe. Based in Greensboro, NC, and with additional sites in the US, Canada, and the UK. Vertical Supply Group is a diverse and growing business with many great career opportunities.

We are a competitive team that strives to be the supplier of choice for all our customers while nurturing a culture of integrity, respect, and fun.

We are looking for an experienced individual to join our expanding team at our Redding, CA location, Yates Gear, as a Heavy Sewing Machine Operator.

VSG offers:

• Company paid medical insurance for individuals
• Bi-weekly payroll 401K match
• Generous Vacation and Holiday time
• Eligibility to earn quarterly and annual bonuses

The Heavy Sewing Machine Operator for the class 3 & 4 & 5 sewing machines is responsible for sewing and bartacking various products. This hands-on position requires sewing skills, initiative, and judgment in solving problems that might occur. Yates Gear is certified to the ISO9001:2015 Standard. Applicant must be willing to comply with the standard.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for sewing 3, 4, and 5-point patterns accurately; sewing 3 or more layers of webbing accurately.
• Operate all Bartacking machines and setup machines to include threading; top and bottom tension adjustment; bobbin adjustment; adjusting width and length of Bartack machine.
• Will be “Boxing Out” of Class II and Class III Harness i.e., Heavy Rescues, NFPA Seats, Tech FB Assaults, etc.
• Identifying all thread types and sizes by spools; 69, 92, 138, 207, 346, 415 Nylon, Polyester & Kevlar and applying them accurately.

Qualifications:

• General Education required.
• The ability to communicate, read and write in the English Language is required.
• The ability to read a basic tape measure and understand basic math.
• Manufacturing sewing experience required.
• Must be able to perform efficiently and effectively to meet close deadlines.
• Must be able to read drawing accurately, execute all sewing and marking procedures from patterns.
• Must have the ability to work under the direction of the Heavy Sewing Supervisor.
• The successful candidate will be able to work independently and take initiative.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute:

• Redding, CA 96002 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $18