Sewer 2nd Shift
About the role
This role is a full-time, 40-hour position on 2nd shift. Hours: Monday–Friday, 2:00pm–10:00pm.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate industrial sewing machines to sew all products in accordance with company performance and quality standards.
- Read and follow work order specifications via Electronic Distribution of Orders (EDO) & order hard copies and/or white tickets to build and assemble quality parts in an accurate and timely fashion.
- Sew material according to product specifications.
- Operate all industrial sewing machines including single needle. Make minor machine adjustments.
- Meet QC standards in sewing operations.
- Perform routine machine maintenance.
- Flip completed covers.
- Maintain daily log on completed work.
- Maintain weekly sewing production percentage above 90%.
- Log cutting errors, such as too long, notches not cut, etc.
- Monitor and stock work area with Velcro, buckles, zippers, zipper pulls and common loop.
- Follow and comply with all safety, work rules, regulations, ISO procedures, lean Initiatives and lean events.
- Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.
- Maintain 5’S Program.
- Absorb and assist in other departments, as needed, to ensure products are completed on time.
- Maintain Kanban System and participate in cycle counts.
- Maintains Quality Service By Meeting/Exceeding all measurements of performance: quality, accuracy, timeliness, and thoroughness of work performed.
- Contributes To Team Effort By Maintaining a good attendance record; accomplishing related results as needed; having on call list responsibility.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Prior Manufacturing Experience Preferred.
- Prior industrial sewing experience preferred.
- Experience Working With Juki Sewing Machines Preferred.
- Basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide).
- Ability to read a tape measure.
- Ability to read, write, and understand instruction detail written and communicated in English.
- Good oral and written communication skills in order to interact with employees and supervisor.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to speak effectively before employees of the organization.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Basic computer knowledge and ability to navigate the internet to access company portals preferred.
Benefits
Permobil is a global leader in advanced rehabilitation technology, passionate about better understanding our users' needs and improving their quality of life through state-of-the-art healthcare solutions. Today, those solutions include power wheelchairs, seating and positioning products, power assist, and manual wheelchairs. Permobil is part of Patricia Industries, a subsidiary of Investor AB, and is headquartered in Sweden. Permobil has 1900 team members in more than 18 countries around the world.
Pay
Pay Range: $16–$17 per hour, based on experience
Schedule
Hours: Monday–Friday, 2:00pm–10:00pm
Why Permobil is a great next step for you!
You’ll make a difference. Every day. Everything we do leads to understanding and improving the lives of our users. Through our evidence-based innovation, we make a difference to people’s lives. You’ll make your mark as part of our future We collaborate with colleagues across borders to Innovate for Individuals. The impact you make personally could lead change around the world. You’ll feel welcome from day one We’re known for being great colleagues, who are collaborative, fun and at the cutting-edge. Everyone in the Permobil family cares as much as you do about making a positive difference.
Who You Are
You are passionate, innovative, and ambitious. You want to make a difference for others and feel fulfilled when you can see the link between the work you do and positive improvements in the lives of others. You search out opportunities and are prepared to go off the beaten track to chase your dreams. You don’t follow the herd – you find new ways of working and go where you see potential to make your mark. You are a pioneer, a revolutionary, a game-changer and you are who we’re looking for.
Other Qualifications Or Experiences
- Information Please apply via our Careers Page . We will conduct selection continuously so send us your application today!
- For information about the recruitment process, please contact either Caitlyn Mayhew, Talent Acquisition Specialist at caitlyn.mayhew.com or Zach Blaisdell, Talent Acquisition Partner at zach.blaisdell@permobil.com.
More About Permobil
Permobil founder Dr. Per Uddén believed that helping people achieve the greatest level of independence is a basic human right and, for over 50 years, Permobil has held fast to that belief. Permobil is a global leader in advanced rehabilitation technology, passionate about better understanding our users’ needs and improving their quality of life through state-of-the-art healthcare solutions. Today, those solutions include power wheelchairs, seating and positioning products, power assist, and manual wheelchairs. Permobil is part of Patricia Industries, a subsidiary of Investor AB, and is headquartered in Sweden. Permobil has 1900 team members in more than 18 countries around the world.