Sewing Machine Operator
Talent Acquisition Team
Summary
The Herff Jones Cap and Gown team, based in Indianapolis IN, is looking for a Sewing Machine Operator to join our team. Reporting to the Supervisor, you will be responsible for learning the machines to provide optimal production in the department.
Job description
Position Summary
The Herff Jones Cap and Gown team, based in Indianapolis IN, is looking for a Sewing Machine Operator to join our team. Reporting to the Supervisor, you will be responsible for learning the machines to provide optimal production in the department.
Key Responsibilities
- Will learn to inspect all component parts to make certain they meet our quality standards and correspond to the bundling ticket.
- Will learn how to operate the automated machinery in your department.
- Will learn about all product lines.
- Responsible for finished product meeting all quality standards.
- Responsible for cleaning machines, changing needles, thread, etc. to meet the machine's needs.
- Responsible for joining materials using multi needle sewing devices, as needed.
- Work in other departments and work areas/machinery as needed.
Qualifications & Skills
- Must have strong communication skills.
- Must be self-motivated.
- Reading, writing and math skills commensurate with job duties.
- Physical strength and dexterity to perform essential job functions.
- Must be able to recognize colors and different cloth styles.
- Sitting or standing for 8 hours a day or longer.
- Ability to work in an environment with repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, and elbows.
- Must be able to work all mandatory overtime.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Lifting, carrying, sitting, grasping, reaching, standing, kneeling, walking, bending, twisting.
- Reading, communication, simple math.
- Standing on a fatigue mat in a specific area throughout a 10 hour+ shift.
- Be able to regularly lift/move up to 50lbs.
- Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to above moderate.
Requirements
- Strong communication skills
- Self-motivated
- Reading, writing and math skills commensurate with job duties
- Physical strength and dexterity to perform essential job functions
- Ability to recognize colors and different cloth styles
- Sitting or standing for 8 hours a day or longer
- Ability to work in an environment with repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, and elbows
- Must be able to work all mandatory overtime
- Ability to regularly lift/move up to 50lbs
Company overview
Talent Acquisition Team is a specialized recruitment and talent acquisition firm focused on the medical equipment manufacturing sector. The company provides strategic staffing solutions for organizations involved in the design, development, and production of medical devices and equipment. With expertise in the life sciences industry, Talent Acquisition Team connects medical equipment manufacturers with qualified professionals across various functional areas including engineering, regulatory affairs, quality assurance, manufacturing operations, and commercial leadership. The firm specializes in identifying talent for companies at different stages of growth, from startups to established manufacturers, helping them build high-performing teams that drive innovation in medical technology. Their services encompass permanent placements, contract staffing, and executive search, with a deep understanding of the unique challenges and regulatory requirements of the medical equipment manufacturing industry. By leveraging industry-specific knowledge and extensive networks, Talent Acquisition Team plays a crucial role in supporting the advancement of healthcare technologies through effective talent management solutions.