Sewing Machine Operator (1st Shift)

@ Klein Tools
Klein Toolskleintools.com

Sewing Machine Operator (1st Shift)

Fort Smith, AR
Posted 3 days ago

About the job

Klein Tools designs innovative products and offers employee benefits like health insurance, 401(k), paid holidays, and professional development. Join our production team in Fort Smith, AR, as a Sewing Machine Operator, focusing on quality and safety during our 1st shift.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of sewing machines
  • Manual dexterity
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work in manufacturing
  • Basic math and reading skills

Qualifications

  • 2+ years manufacturing experience
  • Knowledge of hand tools
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to shift priorities
  • Teamwork skills

Full job description

At Klein Tools, curiosity powers discovery, ownership inspires excellence, and urgency means we run towards opportunities. We deliver quality and innovation in everything we do, designing and launching hundreds of groundbreaking products each year. Join us and be part of a legacy built to last.

Perks for you include:
• Paid Vacations & Holidays
• Profit Sharing & Matching 401(k)
• Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, & Dental)
• Discounts on Klein Tools products
• Education and Professional Development Assistance

Specific Responsibilities

1. Operators perform set-up and adjustments on machines. May be required to wind bobbins and replace needles.

2. Must have extensive knowledge of materials required for sewing operations.

3. Must be able to set-up and adjust machine.

4. Must be alert for in-process product imperfection and bring to the supervisor or lead's attention.

5. Must exercise safety procedures to prevent injury to oneself and prevent damage to equipment.

6. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Job Qualification Requirements

Two (2) years work related experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Must possess knowledge using hand tools.

Demonstrate basic mathematical, reading, writing, and comprehension as well as communication skills.

Demonstrate a strong attention to detail.

Demonstrate the capacity to shift priorities.

Ability to work closely and effectively with all employees and management staff.

Physical Demand Requirements

Required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

#KleinCareers

Your main focus:
• Quality
• Customer Obsession
• Innovation
• Ownership
• Teamwork

Klein Tools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For candidates with disabilities and needing assistance, please email us at [email protected].
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