Sewing Machine Operator

About the role

At Klein Tools, curiosity powers discovery, ownership inspires excellence, and urgency means we run towards opportunities. We deliver quality and innovation in everything we do, designing and launching hundreds of groundbreaking products each year. Join us and be part of a legacy built to last.

Your main focus: Quality, Customer Obsession, Innovation, Ownership, Teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform set-up and adjustments on machines.
• Wind bobbins and replace needles as required.
• Possess extensive knowledge of materials required for sewing operations.
• Set-up and adjust machines.
• Monitor in-process product for imperfections and report to supervisor or lead.
• Exercise safety procedures to prevent injury and equipment damage.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Two (2) years work-related experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge using hand tools.
• Basic mathematical, reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to shift priorities.
• Ability to work closely and effectively with all employees and management staff.

Physical Demands

• Required to stand, walk, or sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk, or hear.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

• Paid Vacations & Holidays
• Profit Sharing & Matching 401(k)
• Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, & Dental)
• Discounts on Klein Tools products
• Education and Professional Development Assistance