Industrial Sewer

Peoria Production ShopCompany Mission: To be the premier employer for individuals with disabilities.Title: Industrial SewerBrief Description: Operates electric powered sewing machine to produce a variety of items such as straps, boots, aprons, and bags in accordance with customer specifications.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesSets up sewing machine and selects threads.Discusses daily work requirements with the supervisor or lead person.Ensures that tasks are completed according to customer specifications.Alters the machine settings to suit the type of material.Uses marking pencil to track the area that must be sewn or cut.Follows appropriate instructions per job, positions the material together, and guides it through the machine.Inspects material and finished products to ensure that they meet customer specifications.Keeps samples of finished products to reference at a later date.Performs general preventative maintenance on sewing equipment.Helps put kits together or assists on the packing line when neededCreates prototypes and samples of material when asked to.Other duties as assigned.Strength/Physical DemandsMust have steady hands and good eyesight (with or without glasses).Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.Regularly required to sit for long periods of time while tasks are being performed.Work ConditionsFull and Part - Time positions availableWorker has moderate supervision at all times.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Knowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesExperience using industrial sewing equipment and methods, needle sizes, fabrics, and machine-threading techniques.Must have good sewing skills and an eye for detail.Skill to perform tasks neatly, accurately, and carefully.Skill to work in a team-oriented environment.Ability to handle pressure of deadlines and stay patient while tasks are being performed.Ability to perform tasks of a repetitive nature.Ability to follow instructions and remain focused.Ability to use a ruler to measure material before sewing.Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other employees.Education/ExperienceNo specific educational requirements.1 year experience with sewing preferredBenefitsHealth InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsurancePTO403B - retirement planLong Term DisabilityHospital IndemnityLegalAccident InsuranceCritical IllnessEmployer paid Life InsuranceEmployer paid Short Term DisabilityBonus Opportunities