What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Sewer position at Baker Interiors Furniture Company?
Sewer
Baker Furniture
High Point, NC
Non- Exempt Full- Time
Job Overview
The Sewer position requires strong core skills in operating sewing machines and sewing techniques. Premium skills in sewing all panels and upholstery cover, including flat work and cushions to prepare for upholstery are highly valued for this role. Additionally, relevant skills in manufacturing and warehouse experience are beneficial. The ideal candidate should also possess Strong and effective communication skills to communicate and collaborate within the team and other departments.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Unties bundle and removes seat pieces.
- Read ticket for fabric specifications
- Sew seat pieces together, attaching law label in center of seat.
- Removes arm panels from bundle, and sews arm panels as instructed, following notches and cut marks made by cutting machine.
- Applies pull strip to bottom and back of sewn arm panels.
- Removes inside back piece from bundle, and sews pull strip to bottom and both sides.
- Assembles cushion with pre-made boxing, attaching top first and matching as needed. Turns sewn pieces wrong-side-out and attaches bottom piece to finish cushion.
- If back cushion is included, assembles it in the same manner as the seat cushion (described above). If arm or throw pillow is included, sews welt to top and then joins pillows reverse to welt and top.
- Put ID tags in each boxing and throw pillows.
- Inspect work.
- After sewing is completed, turns all pieces right-side-out.
- Folds pieces neatly, ties into bundle and places in pick-up area of work table.
- Exercises care and follows the proper safety procedures to prevent injuries to themselves and their co-workers.
Qualifications
- Proficiency in operating sewing machines and performing sewing tasks
- Knowledge of working with various materials(Ex. Leather, Velvet, Pattern, Flocked, Viscose, etc.)
- Experience in manufacturing or warehouse environments
- Basic computer skills needed for scanning completion of WIP
These qualifications will be essential for success in the role of a Sewer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 44 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Overtime pay
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- High end Furniture: 3 years (Preferred)
- Manufacturing: 3 years (Preferred)
- Upholstery Sewing: 3 years (Required)
- Sewing various fabric materials: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- High Point, NC 27263: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $22