Machine Operator B- Sewing

Job Summary

To operate sewing machine to sew a variety of upholstery items. Operator must cut and prepare a variety

of materials in preparation of operating the sewing machine. May be required to assist lower grade

operators.

Job Responsibilities :

• Operates sewing machine for binding edges, sewing seams, topstitch, blind stitch, installing

zippers and sewing a variety of materials and upholstery items including insulation, headliner,

windlace, carpeting, side panels, seating, curtains, skirts, spare seat belt straps, fireblocking,

inserts, and, on occasion, reworking chairs or making covers for parts. Works from department

schedules, sewing assembly records and oral and written instructions.

o Care must be taken to match weave and pattern before sewing.

o Ensures machine is in proper adjustment prior to sewing.

o Installs padding, beading and muslin in upholstery items as required.

o May be required to design and develop shop aids or other various items as requested by

supervision.

color of fabric.

maintenance such as oiling machine and changing needles.

Qualifications

Education :

Requires a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification or

equivalent of trades training to apply simple arithmetic and measuring devices. Ability to interpret

blueprints and simple drawings.

Experience :

Requires minimum of one-year industrial sewing machine operator experience.

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