Sewing Technician 1

Job Purpose

Completes manufacturing customer orders by sewing covers and accessory items according to established procedures.

Key Tasks

• Completes Customer Orders By Cutting and sewing material for covers, insert pads, heal pads, and accessory items.
• Possessing and executing complete knowledge of sewing policies and procedures.
• Maintains Quality Service By Altering and repairing product according to department policies, reporting quality and maintenance problems to the assigned supervisor.
• Maintains Safe And Clean Work Environment By Operating all machinery in a safe and efficient manner, reporting any safety hazards to assigned supervisor or safety manager, complying with all safety and quality policies, practices and procedures.
• Sweeping, vacuuming, and maintaining organization of work area, and support of Company 5S initiatives.

  Secondary Job Results

  • Contributes To Team Effort By Accomplishing related results as needed.

    Tools and Equipment

    • Sewing Machine, Scissors, Rulers (inch, metric), Binder, Snap Machine, Electric Knife.

      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.
      • 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.

        Your Background

        • A high school diploma or GED required.
        • Minimum of one (1) year sewing experience.
        • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
        • Ability to write simple correspondence.
        • Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations to customers, clients, and/or other employees of the organization.
        • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
        • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
        • Prioritize tasks.
        • Must utilize first-in-first-out (FIFO) when performing work duties.
        • Intermediate knowledge of sewing and sewing machine operation, must be able to follow oral and written instructions, ability to measure accurately, ability to use electric knife and scissors.
        • Must be skill checked on 8 positions within the assigned department.

          Other Qualifications Or Experiences

          • Information Please apply via our Careers Page . We will conduct selection continuously so send us your application today!
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          • 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.
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