Job Description

Job Purpose:

Our Sewing Operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining sewing equipment, fitting fabric in frames for quality control, and supporting fulfillment tasks to meet customer specifications and deadlines.

Job Responsibilities:

● Setup, operate, and run industrial sewing machines based on written instructions.
● Read and follow job tickets to ensure accurate production.
● Maintain quality standards for each job according to customer specifications.
● Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of sewing equipment.
● Fit fabric into frames for inspection and quality control.
● Assist with fulfillment and packing of finished products for shipment.
● Follow all safety protocols and report any potential hazards or incidents.
● Collaborate with team members to ensure workflow and efficiency.
● Meet internal and external deadlines as assigned.
● Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications:

● Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines under pressure.
● Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
● Ability to work nights and weekends as needed.
● Experience using Impulsa and Juki sewing machines is a plus.
● Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal/written instructions.

Work Experience:

● 1-3 years of related job experience. ● Ability to work quickly and efficiently. ● Must be highly motivated, flexible and deadline driven.

Education:

● High School Diploma/GED Preferred

Working Conditions:
The work environment for this position requires:
● Regularly working in a non-climate-controlled warehouse where exposure to cold, heat, damp or humid conditions may occur.
● Exposure to loud noise.
● Exposure to dust, mechanical hazards, moving objects, and moving vehicles.

Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements listed below are representative of those needed to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 
● Ability to lift, twist and carry up 50 - 75 pounds, manipulate (push and pull) up to 160 pounds of product with material handling equipment and skids weighing up to 2,000 pounds utilizing pallet jack.
● Walking/Standing - walk throughout the warehouse to complete customer orders. Stand when operating order picker or reach truck equipment and when operating cutter.
● Sitting - sit only when driving sit-down material handling equipment.  
● Lifting - lift items weighing a few ounces up to 150 pounds with assistance .
● Stooping - performed when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations. May bend at the waist.
● Kneeling -  kneel when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job, and duties may change from time to time depending on our business needs.  

What We Offer

• Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
• Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
• Healthcare benefits, 401k, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.

About Veritiv

Together with its subsidiaries, Veritiv is the leading full-service provider of packaging solutions. Veritiv also provides JanSan, hygiene, print and publishing products and services. Veritiv serves customers in a wide range of industries, through team members around the world helping shape the success of its customers. For more information, visit and connect with the Company on LinkedIn .

Veritiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
EEO Policy US | EEO Policy Mexico
This description does not attempt to define the job's essential functions as defined by applicable disabilities law.

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Flexible hours, Night shift, Weekend work,

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