1st Shift Sewer Operator

LAUNCH is currently looking to hire a Sewing Operator on 2nd shift for our facility in Elk Grove Village. Candidates will be working from 2PM to 10:30PM, Monday through Friday. With optional OT on Saturdays. They are paying anywhere from $15 to $18p/hour depending on experience. A few must haves are:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Able to sit or stand 8 to 10 hours per day
• Able to read instructions, rulers, spot flaws and color shade differences
• Able to push, pull, pinch, climb on and off tables and lift 50 lbs
• Able to read, write and speak in English
• Able to accurately read and use rulers with 1/16” accuracy. Able to use squares
• Knows basic math to include fractions, percentages, decimals, diameters, radii
• Able to sew basic items and patterns
• Knows and applies the CIP, Lean techniques and Sustainability principles
• Participates in continuous improvement teams, or develops ideas and improves processes to enhance the company's results
• Cuts and sews projects accurately
• Reads and follows sewing instructions and manufacturing procedures
• Checks work before passing it to the next step in the process

Required Skills & Experience

• Well versed in technical/functional areas and knowledgeable in appropriate practices and techniques
• Demonstrates efficiency with technical skills to include (stitching, machining, customer service, computers, etc.)
• Reads and understands work orders, cut sheets, CAD drawings and written instructions
• Accurately measures, cuts and sews all fabrics and materials
• Knows standard products and how to sew them
• Knows fabrication standards and how to apply them
• Can use all machines on the Stitching floor efficiently
• Perform basic sewing machine maintenance to include tension adjustment, machine threading, needle and bobbin changing, stitch length adjustment and oiling.
• Use cut-sheets to accurately cut out printed graphics. Able to match graphics when sewing
• Accurately allocates Raw Materials before removing them from the storage location
• Meets deadlines and complete assignments in a timely and productive manner while maintaining high standards for quality
• Cleans and organizes work areas after each task. Returns tools and raw materials to their proper locations
• Self-motivated and able to work well independently
• Willing to participate in cross training
• Willing to help anyone on the team while maintaining a positive and friendly attitude
• Speaks and writes clearly using appropriate grammar. Good verbal and written communication to clearly communicate with team members
• Promptly communicates setbacks to the Stitching Lead/Supervisor
• Asks the Stitching Lead/Supervisor for help when struggling with a project
• Complies with all personnel, departmental and safety policies including eye protection and machine guarding
• Ability to work at a fast pace, under pressure, and multi-task during periods of high stress
• Available for, and willing to work overtime on short notice
• High school graduate or the equivalent
• Basic knowledge of hand and power tools
• Able to work independently and in a team environment