Sewing Operator - Williams-Sonoma : Job Details

INTERNAL JOB POSTING ALERT

DATE: 11/20/2024 NOON (CST) END DATE: 11/27/2024 NOON (CST)

Reference Number: 328#######2Associates are required to apply for job openings only during the specified time frame mentioned above. No exceptions will be made.TO APPLY: Interested candidates should complete the Internal Application through the Internal Job Board. Associates applying for this position must post within the designated time frame, meet minimum job requirements, and should not have any Performance Notifications currently on file. Associates must maintain good standing throughout the posting / hiring process.The Weekday Sewing Operator position is located in Booneville, MS. POSITION SUMMARY:The operator will use a sewing machine to join, reinforce, or perform related sewing operations in the manufacture of fabric into covers for upholstered furniture. Sewing operators will sew pre-cut fabric pieces per the quality specifications and Standard Operating Procedures for the assigned position, at a pace sufficient to achieve stated production efficiency requirements.PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

• Practice safe work practices and demonstrate safe work habits to the workforce and adhere to the Personal Protective Equipment standards of the company throughout the facility.
• Always adhere to the policies of WSI while performing any duties as assigned with a positive attitude and willing spirit to assist others in the department, facility, and the organization. Always acting with professional courtesy and the highest integrity.
• The associate will obtain sew-kit bundles weighing approximately 25 - 50 pounds from the designated delivery basket or area.
• Using a sewing machine, the operator will adhere to established sewing standards, including ½ inch seams, while keeping seams straight and in alignment with the cover pattern while assuring there are no drop stitches and tabs are sewn correctly per the Standard Operating Procedures for the assigned position.
• The selected candidate must assure that corners are sewn at 90-degree angles and not rounded and place the finished cover back into the bundle for inspection and further processing.
• The selected candidate will sew covers that meet the expected quality requirements of Sutter Street Manufacturing at a sufficient pace to meet or exceed the stated productivity requirements of 90% efficiency for the operation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 1 year of top stitch experience in production of upper-end upholstered furniture manufacturing environment.
• The associate must be able to pay attention to detail, work with their hands, and have experience in reading and understanding simple sewing instructions commonly placed in a sewing manual and possess the ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to assure productivity requirements are met.
• Must have good communication skills both oral and written as well as the ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Demonstrate the ability to keep accurate records and follow documented procedures and standards.
• Excellent time-management skills including ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Interested internal WSI associates, should submit an internal job application in Applicant Stack prior to the posting deadline.
• Must be able to meet the minimum stated job qualifications.
• Must be performing satisfactorily in current position for a minimum of 6 months while meeting all stated posting guidelines of less than 5 attendance points with and no active Performance Notifications on record.
• Successful bidder must remain in position for a minimum of 6 months before becoming eligible to bid on another job.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to frequently lift bags weighing 25 -60lbs.
• Ability to sit or stand for 10-hour periods and bend and twist at waist and knees as required to sew covers.
• Ability to bend and twist as required to acquire and bundle kits.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3 years' sewing experience in an upper-end upholstery manufacturing environment.
• Ability to speak English and understand Spanish.

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