Sewing Machine Mechanic
Full Time • Performance Designs
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Job Title: MAINT - Sewing Machine Mechanic EEO Classification: Craft Workers
Department: Maintenance FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Production Manager
Position Summary:
The Sewing Machine Mechanic is responsible for the setup, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of sewing machines. This role ensures optimal machine performance through preventive maintenance and technical support, contributing to efficient production operations.
The Sewing Machine Mechanic is responsible for the setup, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of sewing machines. This role ensures optimal machine performance through preventive maintenance and technical support, contributing to efficient production operations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on sewing machines.
- Conduct routine maintenance, including cleaning, lubrication, timing, adjustments, and troubleshooting diagnostics.
- Assemble, disassemble, and refurbish sewing machines as required.
- Design and fabricate folders, hemmers, custom parts, and other sewing machine attachments and spare parts.
- Maintain inventory and order tools, parts, and supplies as needed to ensure workflow continuity.
- Provide training to sewing machine operators on threading, bobbin replacement, tension adjustment, and basic preventive care, as requested by leadership, Supervision, or Management.
- Ensure all work complies with company standards and procedures.
- Monitor and manage related operational expenses through cost-effective practices within the assigned budget.
- Collaborate with the Technical Production Supervisor to create and maintain the production floor layout.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Requirements
- Prior experience in commercial sewing machine maintenance preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Proficient with hand tools and mechanical equipment
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and manufacturing instructions
- Able to read and comprehend standard operating procedures and instruction manuals written in English.
Physical Requirements
- Manual dexterity and fine motor skills necessary for machine maintenance
- Visual acuity for identifying and inspecting machine components and performing repairs
- Ability to lift and carry materials up to 75 pounds
- Legible handwriting for completing maintenance logs and documentation
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, and lift for extended periods
The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Compensation: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
"We are dreamers, creators, testers, and producers.
Driven by a true love for skydiving and an insatiable curiosity for possibility in parachute design, we’ve delivered revolutionary canopies and unrivalled customer service for over 40 years. Our sport will never stop evolving.
Neither will we."
"Performance Designs is always on the lookout for enterprising and curious forward-thinkers to help shape the face and future of the parachute industry.
We also enjoy a casual work environment, a desirable 4-day work schedule, and various company-sponsored events.
Our employee benefits include: medical / dental / life Insurance, supplemental benefits, 401(k) with Employer matching, holiday pay, paid time off, wellness plan, and quarterly incentives for eligible employees."
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