Sewing Machine Operator

Overview

Operate power sewing machines to alter/repair garments, linens, blankets per tickets.

Key Responsibilities

• power sewing
• alterations
• repair
• defect detection
• color matching
• ticket processing

Tasks

-The following kinds of work are not covered under this classification: fitting and marking necessary alterations; measuring and cutting materials to make new articles; designing and making articles for special purposes; sewing leather; and using heat-sealing machine to patch articles. -Operate power sewing machines to sew, alter or repair wearing apparel, linens, blankets and other fabric articles, alter article according to alteration ticket, fitter's pins, chalk marks, or verbal instructions, and locate defects, and repairs article, including ripping of seams and matching sizes and colors of replacement parts.

Requirements

• automatic sewing
• power sewing
• defect repair
• detail‑oriented
• instruction following
• alterations

What You Bring

-Operator may operate automatic sewing machines, utilizing knowledge of threading machines, winding bobbins, adjusting tension, and oiling parts. -Strong attention to detail and ability to produce neat, accurate work. -Skilled in identifying defects and performing necessary repairs, including ripping seams and matching sizes and colors of replacement parts. -Must be able to follow detailed instructions and complete tasks with minimal supervision. -Work is reviewed for accuracy, neatness, and to determine if instructions have been followed. -Experience operating power sewing machines to sew, alter, or repair garments, linens, blankets, and other fabric items. -Familiarity with automatic sewing machines, including threading, winding bobbins, adjusting tension, and oiling parts. -Ability to follow alteration tickets, fitter’s pins, chalk marks, or verbal instructions to complete alterations.

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About Akima

-Founded with a vision to support critical sectors, providing solutions across defense, intelligence, and civil sectors. -Serves a broad spectrum of industries, including energy, infrastructure, and water resources. -Delivered complex projects, such as large-scale infrastructure upgrades and energy management solutions. -Projects often involve intricate logistical coordination, requiring a deep understanding of specialized markets. -Approach is deeply collaborative, often working alongside government agencies and other key partners. -Noteworthy projects include managing water resource systems and optimizing energy infrastructure for municipalities. -Focus on operational excellence makes it a go-to partner for government and private sector organizations.

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