Machine Operator
Carole Fabrics · Augusta, GA · 2 mo ago
On-siteManagement$13/hrFull-time
Position Overview
The Machine Operator is responsible for upholstering cornice boards with fabric and cording.
What you'll do
- Adhering to all safety rules, regulations, and policies
- Reporting unsafe practices, conditions, and near misses to supervisors
- Wearing and maintaining proper personal protective equipment (PPE), such as safety glasses and gloves
- Keeping work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards
- Following emergency evacuation procedures and reporting unsafe conditions
- Cutting and upholstering over treatments for various styles (e.g., Statler, Astor, Waldorf, Sheraton, Box)
- Padding, covering, gluing, tacking, lining, and trimming boards
- Properly placing and dressing swags, covering legs, and blind tacking returns
- Packaging and recording completed treatments
- Receiving and processing work tickets with coordinating fabric bolts
- Cutting fabric and cord material to specified dimensions and patterns
- Sewing welting and labeling all cut pieces for further fabrication
- Cutting and preparing fabric and lining for swags and panels
- Sewing, turning, pressing, pleating, and banding swags
- Recording information in logs and preparing materials for fabricators
- Maintaining regular attendance and working in a production environment
- Remaining stationary or standing for extended periods (up to seven hours or more per shift)
- Operating hand tools, pneumatic staples, and performing repetitive motions
- Lifting or carrying materials as needed
- Wearing closed-toe and closed-heel shoes (tennis shoes preferred)
- Using safety glasses that meet ANSI Z87.1+ standards
- Performing other tasks as assigned to support production and safety goals
Who you are
- High school graduate
- Able to use and read a tape measure
- General knowledge of fabrics
- Ability to use hand tools
- Successfully pass color blind test
- Accuracy with names, numbers, and spelling
- Capable of standing for extended periods of time
- Capable of lifting on a continuous basis
- Strong attention to detail
- Follows written and verbal instructions
What's in it for you?
- Annual base range: $13 hourly
- Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
- A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
- Time off with pay
- 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness programs and product discounts
Please note
- All offers presented to candidates are carefully crafted to ensure market competitiveness, equity, and reflect the individual candidate’s education, experience, skills and potential.
- Hunter Douglas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws.
- EEO/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.
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