JOB LOCATION: NEAR Keele St. / Lawrence Ave.

Job Duties:

• Operate and maintain sewing machines and related parts, including pattern plates, needles, presser feet, automatic cutting tools and blades
• Read and interpret work orders and adjust machines and materials to match, including selecting fabric, thread and needles, mounting necessary attachments and double-checking settings before beginning a large run
• Inspect and repair finished products as needed and make machine adjustments to compensate for errors or quality issues
• Record accurately the materials used, maintenance performed and number of pieces completed during each shift, keeping each of these metrics within target ranges
• Attach elastic, cord, zippers, hooks, buttons and other trimmings to sewn pieces according to work order instructions and diagrams
• Prepare materials for machine embroidery and other automatic embellishment, including securing fabric in hoops, templates or clamps and guiding into machine
• Troubleshoot basic machinery problems and request service or repairs as needed
• Meet or exceed consistent daily and weekly output and quality goals

Job Skills & Qualifications Required:

• At least 2 years experience
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must know how to communicate in English
• Able to stand throughout shift
• Good physical (hand/eye) coordination
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds