Sewer

Description

Job Purpose: 

Reports directly to the Team Leader /Supervisor. Responsible for stage and precise-cut large variety of natural shade materials in preparation for assembly within established standards for quality and timeliness.   

• Select material off cart, following set procedures and established priority guidelines.   
• Make determination as to any special adjustments that might need to be made.   
• Verify style, measurements, and other considerations against work ticket for accuracy and assembling instructions.   
• Measure and mark material to correct dimensions.   
• Use various sewing machine, ability to change needles, threads to sew material to size; and other basic maintenance of the machine.   
• Inspect material – quality tests, visual test, function/performance test (width, color, flaws in materials, function, etc.).   
• Make necessary adjustments and re-inspect.   
• Complete productivity paperwork related to awning assembly.   
• Follow established procedures to maintain work environment in a neat and orderly condition.   
• Perform minor maintenance on equipment and tools.  Interact with Toolroom and Maintenance Departments on equipment and tool repair and development of new equipment and tools.   
• Follow safety policies and procedures.  Attend regularly-scheduled safety meetings.   
• Attend daily huddles and other meetings to ensure smooth flow of communication. 

Requirements

 Education and Experience

• 6 Months previous manufacturing experience   
• Preferred Speak, Read & Write English and Spanish 
• Perform Basic Mathematics 
• High School Diploma or Equivalent 
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)  
• Must be organized, detailed oriented  

Knowledge Skills and Abilities 

• Accuracy/Attention to detail 
• Must be able to work assigned overtime 
• Must be a self-starter, self-motivated, have good organizational skills, and able to prioritize 
• Maintain good attendance and safety record 
• Must be organized, detailed oriented 
• Problem solving abilities 
• Understand and follow safety procedures 
• Desire for continuous improvement & growth 
• Lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs. 
• Integrates process methodology into daily work; 5S, 6D, Q@S etc 
• Looking for innovative ways to streamline work processes across the division and involves stakeholders 
• Must be willing to work all required overtime, overlapping shifts or non-workdays 

Behavioral Competencies

• Ensures Accountability – Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
• Drive Engagement – Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives
• Instill Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
• Drive Results – Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances
• Consumer/Customer Focus – Building strong customer relationships and delivering on customer-centric solutions
• Critical Thinking – Making Sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems
• Being Resilient – Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations
• Optimize Work Processes – Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement