Sewing Machine Operator at Melanzana Mountain Gear Inc

Leadville, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Sep, 26

Salary

21.0

Posted On

24 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Industrial Sewing, Garment Assembly, Quality Control, Machine Maintenance, Attention To Detail, Team Collaboration, Fine Motor Skills, Production Efficiency

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

Description Position: Sewing Machine Operator Type: Full-time 4 day work week (32 hours per week) Starting Wage: $21/hour Benefits: Health insurance, health savings account, dental insurance, vision insurance, PTO, opportunity for profit sharing, & employee stock program On-the-job training is provided for the right candidates Purpose: Sewing Machine Operators work collaboratively in teams to sew and assemble all of our garments to Melanzana’s specifications and high quality standards; They support retail and fulfillment departments as well as embody, share, and support our brand, values, culture, and long term vision. Primary Responsibilities: Operate industrial sewing machines, and other related equipment, to assemble all of our production garments to first quality standards; Develop and maintain a strong understanding of garment specifications and quality standards to ensure garments are sewn consistently and accurately; Inspect your work and the work of teammates to identify and catch issues early as parts move down the line; Give and receive constructive feedback professionally and respectfully; Continuously improve sewing skills, technique, and speed to increase efficiency and productivity; Consistently able to meet established production and quality targets; Maintain awareness while sewing to quickly identify and resolve any issues quickly that could affect quality or production flow; Collaborate with fellow sewers by sharing techniques, ideas, and knowledge to strengthen team skills and support less experienced team members; Maintain a clean, organized sewing station and help keep shared workspaces orderly and safe; Perform basic machine maintenance, including threading machines, changing needles, and cleaning equipment; Promptly report machine malfunctions or maintenance issues to mechanics or supervisors to minimize production downtime; Assist the quality team by inspecting garments and bundles when additional support is needed; Travel to second factory (solo or with a team) for at least 4 days in the first year; Attend department and “All Staff” employee meetings, when scheduled. Requirements Ability to stay focused and motivated in a fast paced and team-based manufacturing environment Strong work ethic; Able to arrive on time and work assigned shifts reliably Strong attention to detail and accuracy Be able to maintain a positive, approachable attitude and work well in teams Comfortable giving and receiving constructive feedback professional and respectfully Ability to communicate with all staff in a supportive, respectful and professional manner Adaptable and open to changes within the sewing department and company Ability to sit for 8 hours per day, perform repetitive hand and arm movements, strong hand dexterity and fine motor skills and adequate vision to see and work with small details Ability to read and write in English or Spanish

Responsibilities

Operate industrial sewing machines to assemble garments according to high quality standards and specifications. Collaborate with team members to maintain production flow and perform basic machine maintenance.