Sew on operator job description

Covercraft Industries, LLC is the leading branded manufacturer of Automotive, Marine and Recreational Vehicle protection products, as well as a market leader in outdoor protection products
for Home and Garden since 1965. We're rapidly expanding and want to add energetic
, goal-oriented new team members who will join in our growth in these exciting industries.




With nearly 1000 team members in 7 US states as well as operations in Mexico, we're especially proud of our operations in Wichita Falls, TX as the home of Covercraft product manufacturing that includes custom car covers, seat covers, pet protection products, and many other custom products for the automotive market.


Our Mission is to design and manufacture quality products that protect the things that move you. Our Goal and Vision is to be the most sought-after source for customers seeking to protect their investments, hobbies, adventures and memories. Covercraft expects to accomplish this by embracing our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, Innovation and being Customer -Focused.


Out team members are the key to our success and that is why we offer career opportunities with outstanding benefits including:


* Eligibility for Incentive Pay
* Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
* 401(k) Retirement Plan/Employer Matching
* Supplemental Voluntary Benefits (STD, Life, Accident )
* Generous PTO Policy: beginning at 80 hours the 1st year of employment, 120 hrs the 2nd year of employment
* Paid Holidays
* Paid Bereavement
* FSA - Flexible Spending Account
* Profit Sharing Plan - all active team members are eligible
* Career Advancement Opportunities
* Educational Tuition Reimbursement


The Single Needle Sewing Operator's primary responsibilities and objectives are to sew high quality products, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality and quantity . Capable of working in a fast paced environment, learning various functions to effectively, and efficiently produce the necessary output, of various high demand products.


JOB TITLE: SINGLE NEEDLE SEWING MACHINE OPERATOR IN A CLUSTER


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Receive product pieces Assemble per work instructions using a single needle sewing machine Return that piece to work flow Anything else deemed necessary


AUTHORITY:
All personnel are responsible for quality and therefore have the authority to stop production if necessary to correct quality problems.
SKILLS REQUIRED:
Must be able to be trained in basic sewing skills to complete products.
Must be able to work in a fast paced environment.
Must be able to cross train on other positions within Production.
Must be able to work as a team member.
Must be able to communicate with co-workers.
Must be able to be trained to use a computer.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have 20/20 vision or corrected to 20/20.
Must be able to perceive colors and shades of colors.
Must be able to lift 20 pounds on a continuous basis.
Must be able to stand for entire shift.
Must be able to work in moderate noise levels.
Must be able to bend, reach, twist, stoop, squat on continuous basis.


Covercraft Industries LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer


Covercraft Industries LLC participates in E-verify.

The purpose of the Coating Sew On Operator is to sew greige rolls together, ensuring continuous operation of the coater. Seams must be trimmed straight with as little waste generated as possible, patterns aligned, and seams tightly stitched, all while inspecting carpet and recording any visible defects into the comments of the greige roll in the computer.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

* Obtain schedule for the day and match each roll sewn in to the schedule.
* Responsible for ensuring rolls are sewn on in the correct order.
* Attach flags to rolls as necessary to identify upcoming changes in product.
* Monitor J-boxes for carpet level and maintain sufficient carpet to ensure continuous operation. Care should be taken to keep the carpet aligned properly and to keep tension adjusted.
* Keep the area around sew on clean. Assist in thread-up of coater and start up and shut-down or change-overs.
* Communicate any issues to supervisor/lead immediately.

Performance Expectations (if applicable):

* Lifting is required of cores, and buckets weighing 30 lbs. approximately 80 times per shift.
* Standing is required 80% of the shift.
* Reaching is required for cores 40 to 100 times per shift.
* Stooping is required 15 to 30 times per shift for intervals of 1 to 2 minutes.
* Bending is required for cores 25 to 30 times per shift.
* Climbing of stairs and ladders is occasionally required.
* Must be able to use scissors.

Experience/Education Requirements:

* High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
* Must be able to read and write and do basic addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication in English.
* Computer knowledge or data entry skills are a necessary part of the job.

Other Requirements:

* Overtime is required on occasion.
* All accidents/incidents must be reported immediately.
* Perform any other duties as required by management.
* Safety equipment must be worn when required and safety requirements followed in all areas.
* Report to management any safety, quality, or production issues while performing the job.
* Responsible for safety, quality and productivity of output.