Sewer

About the role

Full-time position. A Sewer operates industrial sewing equipment to manufacture and repair webbing slings, lifting products, and other textile components used in material handling applications. This role works with heavy-duty fabrics and materials, follows detailed specifications and quality standards, and contributes to the safe production of load-rated products used in industrial, construction, and manufacturing environments. Sewers receive hands-on training while developing skills in sewing, fabrication, product inspection, and safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial sewing machines and specialized equipment to make and repair webbing slings and related products.
• Measure, mark, fold, cut, and prepare materials according to work orders and product specifications.
• Operate automatic cutting equipment and perform hand cutting for custom orders when trained and assigned.
• Sew sling products, protective covers, towing products, and other textile products based on training and experience.
• Apply or create the correct tags, labels, and identification markings for finished products.
• Inspect materials and completed products throughout production and perform final quality checks when assigned.
• Maintain accurate production, inventory, and scrap records using company systems.
• Support material handling, receiving, inventory counts, and other production areas when needed.
• Safely operate a forklift or other material-handling equipment after completing required training.
• Keep equipment, tools, materials, and work areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support operational needs.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to operate or learn industrial sewing machines and related production equipment.
• Ability to read and follow work orders, measurements, production instructions, tags, labels, and product specifications.
• Ability to accurately use a tape measure and complete basic math calculations.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing safe, quality products.
• Basic understanding of sewing techniques, fabric handling, and product assembly.
• Ability to stay organized, manage multiple tasks, and complete work on time.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn company production and inventory systems.
• Ability to solve basic production problems and work independently or as part of a team.

Physical Requirements:

• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as directed.
• Lift up to 20 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally during operations.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time, stand, bend, reach, and perform repetitive hand and arm movements throughout the workday.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work in a production or manufacturing environment while following all safety requirements.
• Employees may work in extreme heat and cold temperatures in warehouse settings with dirt and dust and a moderate to loud noise level.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous home, commercial, or industrial sewing experience required.
• Experience using industrial sewing machines in a manufacturing or production environment is preferred.
• Experience with webbing, lifting slings, protective covers, bags, apparel, or similar sewn products is a plus.
• Equivalent hands-on training or related work experience may be considered.
• Prior experience in the following industries preferred: construction, oil industry, mining, aerospace, heavy industrial, & maritime.

Pay

Pay Range: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits

• Monthly Profit-Sharing Opportunity
• Uniforms Provided
• Steel Toe Boot Allowance
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• 9 Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday
• 401k with 401k Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Voluntary Life, Long and Short-Term Disability, Hospitalization, Critical Illness, Accident and Pet Insurance