About this role
Sew, join, or reinforce a variety of materials. Be responsible for using an industrial sewing machine and other tools to fabricate/assemble production parts. Tasks will be performed under the direct guidance of higher classified seamstresses.
Working Procedure:
• Be self-motivated and able to work well with others as a team
• Be alert to your surroundings to ensure the safety of yourself, other personnel and the product
• Cut or trim fabric
• Position items under needles, using marks on machines, folders, clamps, templates, or other guides
• Place spools of thread, cord, or other materials on spindles, insert bobbins, and thread ends through machine guides and components
• Layout components in correct sequences prior to sewing them, and verify that the patterns match and align properly
• Guide material or parts under machine needles and presser feet to sew parts together
• Start and operate or tend machines, such as single needles or double needle to automatically join, reinforce, and assemble material as required
• Inspect and examine sewn parts to locate defects or damage, and mark errors as necessary
• Monitor machine operation to detect problems such as defective stitching, improper thread tension, breaks in thread, or machine malfunctions
• Maintain daily record keeping activities and real time data entry
• Select supplies such as fasteners and thread, according to job requirements
• Read work order and instructions
• Learn to read production drawings
Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Load, unload, or stack materials or products
• Move or lift heavy objects
• Able to sit/stand for a standard shift
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Education Requirement: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience Requirement: Prior sewing machine operating experience is required.
Benefits: TCOM offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, EAP, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, paid time off (PTO), and company-paid holidays. The specific programs, options and eligibility may vary depending on date of hire, classification, and schedule type.