Sewer Team Lead

About Academy Design: Academy Design is a leading manufacturer of cabanas and daybeds, committed to delivering quality and elegance in outdoor furniture. With a focus on innovation and craftsmanship, we create products that transform spaces into relaxing retreats.

Role Overview: As a Fabric Team Lead at Academy Design, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the fabric production process for our high-quality cabanas and daybeds. Your expertise in sewing techniques, blueprint interpretation, and fabric cutting will be essential in ensuring the precision and quality of our products. This leadership position offers the opportunity to work closely with a dedicated team and a diverse range of curtain fabric materials.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of fabricators in producing cabanas and daybeds, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to quality standards.
• Utilize sewing techniques such as double needle, single needle, and overlock to assemble fabric components accurately.
• Interpret technical blueprints and drawings to guide the fabrication process in line with design specifications.
• Coordinate fabric cutting based on drawing specs, minimizing material wastage while maintaining precision.
• Collaborate closely with different curtain fabric materials, understanding their characteristics and appropriate handling.
• Mentor team members in sewing, cutting, and blueprint reading skills, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular quality checks on finished products to ensure they meet design and functional requirements.
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements and contribute to the development of more efficient fabrication methods.

Qualifications:

• 2 years of experience in fabric production, with expertise in sewing techniques and fabric cutting.
• Proficiency in interpreting technical blueprints and translating them into accurate fabrications.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of guiding and motivating teams.
• Familiarity with a variety of curtain fabric materials and their handling requirements.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate within a team environment.
• Problem-solving mindset and the ability to make informed decisions under pressure.

Why Academy Design:

• A culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Opportunity to lead a skilled team and make a lasting impact.
• Diverse range of projects with premium materials.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Next Steps: If you're excited about the prospect of contributing your skills to a dynamic team, we'd love to hear from you. Please reply to this message or send your updated resume to msevilla@academyinc.com., and we'll schedule a time to discuss the position in more detail.

Thank you for considering this opportunity. We're looking forward to potentially welcoming you to Academy Design and exploring the ways your experience aligns with our goals.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Montebello, CA 90640: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Would you be open to participating in a sewing test and a blueprint test?

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $30