BORDER/ZIPPER SEWERBASIC FUNCTIONBeing a Border/Zipper Sewer includes piecing borders together, running the appropriate welt in them and running zippers in backs, ottomans and pillows to spec. Monday - Thursday, 6:30am - 4:00pm (some overtime)SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIESStandard operation procedures.
Must be able to read ticket and job notes for directions and specifications before sewing.
Run zipper and/or border machines
Pull borders to remove excess welt cord
Thread/re-thread machinery
Install rolls of zipper into machinery/attach zipper flies for zipping
Exercises care and follow the proper safety procedures to prevent injuries to themselves and their co-workers. May perform other duties/special or non-routine assignments as needed.
TOOLS USED WHILE PERFORMING DUTIES:Sewing machine 5. Screwdriver
Scissors 6. Tape Measure
Zipper machine 7. Tweezers
Border machineRELATIONSHIPS AND CONTACTSSupervisory Relationships:
Reports to Department Supervisor
Organization Relationships:
Works with other sewers on a daily basis as needed. Ability to adapt to a team oriented, production atmosphere is required.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTSHigh School graduate helpful
Good Communication Skills – oral and written.3+ years’ experience in production upholstery fabric sewing in an upholstered furniture manufacturing environment preferred.
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Level
Junior L3
Location
Conover, NC
Occupation
Sewers, Hand
Industry
Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing (except Contractors)
