Job Description

Industrial Sewing Machine Operator

Location: Skokie, IL

Pay: $18.00

**Schedule: **Monday - Friday: 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM (OT as needed 4:00-4:30pm)

Requirements: Authorization to work in the in the U.S

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Seamstress to join our production team in Skokie, Illinois. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity for a dependable candidate with sewing experience who is interested in long-term employment.

The ideal candidate will have experience operating a JUKI industrial sewing machine and producing high-quality sewn products in a manufacturing environment. This position requires strong attention to detail, good hand-eye coordination, and the ability to meet production and quality expectations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate a JUKI industrial sewing machine safely and efficiently.
• Sew, assemble, alter, and repair garments, protective apparel, and textile products according to specifications.
• Follow work instructions, patterns, measurements, and production requirements.
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet company quality standards.
• Identify and report defective materials, sewing issues, or equipment problems.
• Maintain an organized and clean workstation.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Meet daily production and quality expectations.
• Work independently while supporting overall team production goals.
• Perform overtime as needed to meet production demands.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Seamstress, Sewing Machine Operator, or Industrial Sewer is preferred.
• Experience operating a JUKI sewing machine is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce consistent, high-quality work.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to follow instructions, measurements, and production specifications.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Dependable with reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.

You should be proficient in:

• Apparel Manufacturing
• Defect Identification
• Fabric Handling
• Garnment Assenbly
• High-Quality Production
• Industrial Sewing
• Manufacturing Production
• Overtime
• Quality Control / Quality Assurance
• JUKI Industrial Sewing Machine