Job Description

Industrial Sewing Machine Operator - Baton Rouge

Evaluation Hire

$15/hr

Monday-Friday 7 am - 3 pm

Express Employment Professionals, a full-service staffing and recruiting firm, is currently hiring a skilled and detail-oriented Industrial Sewing Machine Operator to join their production team in Baton Rouge. In this role, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining automated sewing machines to produce high-quality products promptly and efficiently. The ideal candidate will have experience with automated sewing systems, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to troubleshoot minor machine issues.

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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• Operate automated sewing machines to perform stitching tasks on various fabrics, ensuring precise stitching patterns and consistent product quality.
• Set up and calibrate machines before production runs, ensuring they are correctly configured for each specific order.
• Monitor the operation of automated sewing machines to ensure consistent performance and identify any irregularities such as fabric misalignment, thread breakage, or machine malfunctions.
• Inspect finished products for quality and compliance with design specifications. Address any defects or issues by adjusting machine settings or reworking products as needed.

**EXPERIENCE and EDUCATION NEEDED:

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• Proven experience as an automated sewing machine operator or in a similar manufacturing role, preferably in the textile, garment, or similar industries.

• Detail-oriented and able to work on repetitive tasks.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet production deadlines.

• Basic knowledge of machine maintenance and safety protocols.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

**PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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• Varying standing and sitting for extended periods throughout the day.
• Occasional lifting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching.

**BENEFITS:

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• Health Insurance

• Vision

• Dental

• Short term Disability

• Term life