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Operate or tend sewing machines to join, reinforce, decorate, or perform related sewing operations in the manufacture of garment or nongarment products.
Manufacturing
Operate or tend sewing machines to join, reinforce, decorate, or perform related sewing operations in the manufacture of garment or nongarment products.
Manufacturing Industry
Sewing Machine Operators
Average
$32,410
ANNUAL
$15.58
HOURLY
Entry Level
$27,460
ANNUAL
$13.20
HOURLY
Mid Level
$29,420
ANNUAL
$14.14
HOURLY
Expert Level
$37,820
ANNUAL
$18.18
HOURLY
Sewing Machine Operators
Sewing Machine Operators
01
Monitor machine operation to detect problems such as defective stitching, breaks in thread, or machine malfunctions.
02
Place spools of thread, cord, or other materials on spindles, insert bobbins, and thread ends through machine guides and components.
03
Position items under needles, using marks on machines, clamps, templates, or cloth as guides.
04
Guide garments or garment parts under machine needles and presser feet to sew parts together.
05
Remove holding devices and finished items from machines.
06
Match cloth pieces in correct sequences prior to sewing them, and verify that dye lots and patterns match.
07
Fold or stretch edges or lengths of items while sewing to facilitate forming specified sections.
08
Cut excess material or thread from finished products.
09
Select supplies such as fasteners and thread, according to job requirements.
10
Cut materials according to specifications, using blades, scissors, or electric knives.
Sewing Machine Operators
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Production and Processing
KNOWLEDGE
Mathematics
KNOWLEDGE
Education and Training
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
SKILL
Monitoring
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Complex Problem Solving
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Judgment and Decision Making
ABILITY
Arm-Hand Steadiness
ABILITY
Manual Dexterity
ABILITY
Control Precision
ABILITY
Near Vision
ABILITY
Finger Dexterity
Sewing Machine Operators
At SIMOS we put people to work - the people who enable leading companies to be more productive and successful.
Weekly Paychecks, Casual Dress Code, and PTO! SIMOS is immediately hiring Personalization Sewing Machine Operators at our client's facility in Litchfield Park, AZ! Associates will operate a monogramming sewing machine to personalize various items on customer orders. This role requires a high attention to detail and the ability to stand, bend, stoop without limitations for a full 8-10 hour shift. Join our wonderful team at a state of the art, climate-controlled facility and receive comprehensive training!
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Perks & Benefits: Casual Dress Code, Climate Controlled Environment, Paid Training, Weekly paychecks, Direct Deposit or Cash Card pay options, Paid Time Off.
Shifts: 1st Shift.
Employment Types: Full Time, Long Term.
Pay Rate: $18.00 / hour
Duties:
Retrieve work, scan barcode, upload the sewing instructions, send completed order to QA department.
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Position Requirements:
+ Must be able to depict color in thread choice.
+ Must be able to thread needle on machines.
+ Must be able to read and understand instructions.
+ Training provided.
Requirements: Background Check, Drug Test, Stand for Shift Duration, Must be at least 18 years old.Able to Lift 30 pounds., required education: HS Diploma or GED.
Work Location: Simos Insourcing Solutions, Litchfield Park, AZ 85309.
Job Types: Assembly, Distribution, Equipment Operator, General Labor, General Production, General Warehouse, Hand Packaging, Light Industrial, Machine Operator, Material Handler, Picker/Packer, Production, Shipping and Receiving, Warehouse.
Industry: Warehouse/Distribution.
The hourly rate for this position is anticipated between $18.00 - $18.00 per hour. This range is a good-faith estimate, based on the shift you work and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. In addition to monetary compensation, we offer a competitive benefits package. More details about benefits can be found at https://flimp.live/trueblueassociates#home.
SIMOS is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, age, gender identification, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Full Time
At SIMOS we put people to work - the people who enable leading companies to be more productive and successful.
Weekly Paychecks, Casual Dress Code, and PTO! SIMOS is immediately hiring Personalization Sewing Machine Operators at our client's facility in Litchfield Park, AZ! Associates will operate a monogramming sewing machine to personalize various items on customer orders. This role requires a high attention to detail and the ability to stand, bend, stoop without limitations for a full 8-10 hour shift. Join our wonderful team at a state of the art, climate-controlled facility and receive comprehensive training!
.
Perks & Benefits: Casual Dress Code, Climate Controlled Environment, Paid Training, Weekly paychecks, Direct Deposit or Cash Card pay options, Paid Time Off.
Shifts: 1st Shift.
Employment Types: Long Term, Full Time.
Pay Rate: $19.00 / hour
Duties:
Retrieve work, scan barcode, upload the sewing instructions, send completed order to QA department.
.
Position Requirements:
+ Must be able to depict color in thread choice.
+ Must be able to thread needle on machines.
+ Must be able to read and understand instructions.
+ Training provided.
Requirements: Background Check, Drug Test, Stand for Shift Duration, Must be at least 18 years old.Able to Lift 30 pounds., required education: HS Diploma or GED.
Work Location: Simos Insourcing Solutions, Litchfield Park, AZ 85309.
Job Types: Assembly, Distribution, Equipment Operator, General Labor, General Production, General Warehouse, Hand Packaging, Light Industrial, Machine Operator, Material Handler, Picker/Packer, Production, Shipping and Receiving, Warehouse.
Industry: Warehouse/Distribution.
The hourly rate for this position is anticipated between $19.00 - $19.00 per hour. This range is a good-faith estimate, based on the shift you work and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. In addition to monetary compensation, we offer a competitive benefits package. More details about benefits can be found at https://flimp.live/trueblueassociates#home.
SIMOS is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, age, gender identification, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Full Time
Manufacturing
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