Sewer

About the role

Your role at TUMI: Read instructions on repair ticket and follow for repairing bag
Perform all needed repairs as deemed necessary by inspector (unless otherwise instructed)
Perform quality sewing repairs after training period (minimum of 5 bags per day)
Operate sewing equipment
Operate power tools
Inspect bags, paying attention to details of original construction of the bag
Reconstruct bag using care to ensure that no damage is caused in the process
Assess original configuration of the bag in order to determine the proper technique for reassembly
Mark and cut panels using scissors to match pattern or original panel from damaged bag
Set up folder attachment as needed to properly attach binding and seam tape
Allows proper seam margins and stitch lengths
Installs zippers ensuring proper length and placement in order to avoid deconfiguration of the bag
Properly mark drill holes for framers to place handles, screws, speed clips and wheels
Attaches web or leather handles and straps
Replace zipper sliders
Remove damaged hytrel or poly corner guards and replace with new guards
Ensure that finished product meets Tumi’s high quality standards
Be able to lift, push and pull up to 25 pounds.
Ability to sit for long period of time.

Responsibilities

• Read instructions on repair ticket and follow for repairing bag
• Perform all needed repairs as deemed necessary by inspector (unless otherwise instructed)
• Perform quality sewing repairs after training period (minimum of 5 bags per day)
• Operate sewing equipment
• Operate power tools
• Inspect bags, paying attention to details of original construction of the bag
• Reconstruct bag using care to ensure that no damage is caused in the process
• Assess original configuration of the bag in order to determine the proper technique for reassembly
• Mark and cut panels using scissors to match pattern or original panel from damaged bag
• Set up folder attachment as needed to properly attach binding and seam tape
• Allows proper seam margins and stitch lengths
• Installs zippers ensuring proper length and placement in order to avoid deconfiguration of the bag
• Properly mark drill holes for framers to place handles, screws, speed clips and wheels
• Attaches web or leather handles and straps
• Replace zipper sliders
• Remove damaged hytrel or poly corner guards and replace with new guards
• Ensure that finished product meets Tumi’s high quality standards
• Be able to lift, push and pull up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to sit for long period of time.

Requirements

• Prior sewing experience
• Basic measuring skills

Qualifications

Not specified.

Skills

Not specified.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

The actual rate of pay offered depends on various factors, including qualifications for the position and relevant experience; as well as other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position or location.

Schedule

Not specified.