Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Seamstress / Seamster in production setting The seamster / seamstress is a skilled worker who operates sewing machines in a production setting. Their primary function is to efficiently sew large quantities of garments, apparel or components amongst others.
Breakdown of their key responsibilities: Production and Sewing: Operate Industrial Sewing Machines: designed for high speed and durability. These machines can handle heavy materials and perform specific tasks like single-needle stitching, serging (finishing edges), or attaching components.
Taking measurements and creating patterns
Sewing and altering garments, uniforms, tablecloth, packaging material amongst others
Working with a variety of fabrics and materials
Managing inventory and ordering supplies
Providing excellent internal customer service
Fitting garments on customers to determine how the alterations should be done.
Meet Production Requirements: sewing is fast-paced, and seamsters / seamstresses need to be efficient to meet production requirements. This needs a high level of dexterity and focus to consistently produce quality work.
Quality Control: Inspect Work: Seamsters / seamstresses are responsible for inspecting their work for any defects or inconsistencies. This might involve checking for uneven seams, missed stitches, or flaws in the material.
Maintain Quality Standards: Ensuring finished products meet established quality standards is crucial. This involves identifying and reporting any issues to prevent defective items from moving forward in the production line.
Machine Maintenance: Perform Basic Maintenance: Seamster /seamstresses often perform basic maintenance tasks on their machines. This could involve changing needles, oiling moving parts, or identifying minor problems that need further attention from a mechanic.
Additional Responsibilities: Maintaining Workspace: Keeping their workspace clean and organized is important for safety and efficiency.
Following Safety Procedures: strict safety and preventive protocols to prevent accidents and to be familiar with and adhere to these procedures.
Requirements: High school diploma or GED.
Experience working as a seamstress or tailor, minimum 3-5 years in volume environments
Sound knowledge of various fabrics and sewing techniques.
The ability to work under time constraints, independently and efficiently
The ability to safely use different types of sewing machines.
Good hand-eye coordination.
Effective communication skills.
Exceptional customer service skills.
Excellent attention to detail
In-depth knowledge of best practices and methods.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Aptitude for multi-tasking.
Must be able to work cooperatively and efficiently in a team.
Able to stand and sit for longer periods of time
Frequent lifting/pushing/pulling objects up to 10-15 lbs, occasionally lifting/pushing/pulling objects up to 30 lbs, rarely lifting/pushing/pulling objects up to 50 lbs (with assistance)
Vaccination is a requirement of the job and accommodations due to disability or religious reasons will be evaluated in compliance with prevailing regulations.
Additional Information This is a part-time / hourly post, located in South San Francisco. Attendance will be required in line with the business requirements, including at weekends, holidays and in the early mornings as well as evenings, based on rotating scheduling.
NOTE: The essential responsibilities of this position are described in the headings above. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.