Production Worker

About the role

MSA Safety is a purpose-driven company committed to deploying innovation and technology to help protect people and assets worldwide. We are seeking a Production Worker Level 4 for our stitching area, supporting the footwear manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

• Utilize industrial single needle, double needle, and programmable sewing machines to stitch leather footwear.
• Read, interpret, and follow instructions and production tags.
• Use and understand a ruler and measurements.
• Ensure quality of work and learn at least two additional operations to support the departmental team.
• Perform other duties such as material preparation, working with programmable machinery, manual jobs, and various shoe lasting operations (e.g., inserting leather uppers into clamping devices).

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 months of sewing machine or stitching operation experience.
• Positive and flexible attitude; ability to work as a team player.
• Able to read, write, and speak basic English.
• Pass a background check, drug screen, and pre-employment physicals.
• Physical ability to:
  • Perform routine tasks and stand or sit stationary for 8 hours.
  • Stand or walk unassisted for a full shift (non-sewing operations).
  • Reach 12-18 inches at or above shoulder height.
  • Perform repetitive tasks using hands, wrists, fingers, arms, and shoulders.
  • Lift and carry 1-25 pounds unassisted; assist in team lifting of approximately 30 pounds.
  • Hear noises clearly (with or without hearing support).
  • See fine details, small components, and tools up close (with or without vision support).
  • Demonstrate good depth perception and manual dexterity.
• Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• Ability to work inside and around others.
• Wear safety glasses for a full shift and/or gloves if required.
• Work at a moderate pace, proficiently individually and as a team.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively, professionally, and respectfully.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Previous experience in sewing, manufacturing, machine operation, assembly, quality control, or inspection.
• High School Diploma or GED (preferred).

Pay

Starting pay rate: $18.68/hour (Level I Pay Grade HR999).

Schedule

1st Shift: 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday through Thursday (overtime as business needs dictate).