Experienced Industrial Sewer

Why Join Us?

If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Geiger, we offer a competitive hourly wage, generous benefits that start on your first day, and endless possibilities for career growth. Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. Being part of Geiger means contributing to something larger than your work team or brand—we are redefining modern for the 21st century. Our success allows us to support causes that align with our values, building a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

About the Role

Operates machinery to perform single and double needle sewing operations. Exhibits initiative in daily performance to provide quality products and services that meet or exceed customer demands while maintaining a quality working relationship with team members.

Responsibilities

• Adjust machines to stitch various types of fabrics.
• Complete daily paperwork to track rejects, units completed, or other required documentation.
• Inspect parts during assembly and upon completion to ensure compliance with established product quality criteria.
• Maintain expected levels of order and cleanliness.
• Make minor repairs to assigned machines.
• Operate industrial sewing machines to join pre-cut and upholstery pieces; align pieces to preserve grain and/or pattern.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and training to less experienced team members.
• Report any equipment or safety concerns immediately to ensure a safe work environment.
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

Requirements

• High School diploma or its equivalent, or work experience demonstrating performance competency.
• 6+ years of experience sewing in a manufacturing/production environment, preferably in high-end contract furniture.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with minimal to no supervision.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and results-driven.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of workflow and business objectives.
• Ability to assist with the coordination of workflow.
• Proficient in sewing all current products and able to adapt easily to new products.
• Comprehensive understanding of the notch system and ability to sew complex patterns using all types of materials.
• Advanced understanding of sewing machine fundamentals and ability to perform minor maintenance.
• Demonstrated ability to operate and program sewing machines for detailed assembly work.
• Ability to distinguish between colors of thread or fabric, fabric grains, and patterns.
• Good hand-eye coordination, concentration skills, and attention to detail.
• Basic math, reading, and communication skills.
• Ability to rapidly manipulate small parts and use power hand tools while operating the sewing machine.
• Proven ability to work in a flexible environment and adapt to overtime requirements as needed.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Perform repetitive motions of bending, pushing, grasping, and pulling.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage.
• Generous benefits starting on your first day.