Apparel Sewing Apprentice Level I

About the role

Join Peckham - WORK. GROW. ADVANCE. Peckham is a nonprofit vocational rehabilitation organization specializing in providing vocational rehabilitation and training opportunities for people with significant disabilities, or other barriers to employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate single-needle and basic automated sewing machines
• Align and sew garment parts using guides and templates
• Trim excess threads and prepare garments for packaging
• Inspect garments and perform basic repairs
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Follow LEAN and 5S principles
• Support ISO-9001 and quality management systems
• Participate in safety and ergonomic programs
• Meet or exceed a 90% proficiency rating on assigned tasks
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• Successfully passed pre-hire sewing assessment
• Successful completion of 2-week Apparel Sewing Training program if required
• Successful completion of initial training period
• Able to count and follow instructions
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to receive constructive feedback
• Ability to work in an environment with moderate noise level

Skills

• Ability to thread needles
• Ability to see stitches
• Ability to visually see color
• Ability to work in a team environment

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

$13.73 per hour

Schedule

7:00 am - 3:30 pm Monday - Friday plus overtime as necessary

Location

3080 S Linden Rd, Flint, MI 48507