Heavy Duty Sewing Machine Operator

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Starfield LION is one of the top manufacturers of PPE products for firefighters and first responders in North America. We produce firefighter turnout suits and rescue wear. Join us to help protect our Firefighters!

Details:

Location: 23 Benton Road North York M6M 3G2

Major intersection: Keele & Lawrence

Hours: Full-time. 40 hours per week.

Schedule: Monday to Friday 7:00 am 3:30 pm

Hourly rate: $19 - $22 per hour

Benefits of Working at Starfield:

• Competitive Wages
• Paid Vacation
• Health & Dental Benefits
• Vision Care Benefits
• Life Insurance
• RRSP Matching Retirement Savings Plan
• Company Events and More!

JOB SUMMARY:

As a Heavy Duty Sewing Operator you will perform skilled industrial sewing tasks to help build firefighter turnout suits that meet our customer specifications and quality expectations. This role involves working with heavy materials and requires the ability to repeatedly lift move and handle items weighing up to 30 lbs throughout the day.
Your work contributes directly to protecting first responders you can help save lives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operate a sewing machine. Single double or multi-needle serger.
• Sew gear in accordance with job specifications (job cards).
• Prepare machine by changing needles and thread and oiling and changing bobbin. Mount sewing machine attachments like needles threads pattern plates or cutting blades and adjust machine guides according to the job specifications.
• Handle and maneuver heavy-duty materials and components throughout the shift (up to 30 lbs).
• Meet delivery deadlines by working with team to ensure products are made correctly and with good quality and meet production goals set by supervisor.
• Understand quality requirements and how this position affects quality: on time delivery material tracking and meeting customer requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and good housekeeping in sewing area.
• Other duties as needed.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works well with other production associates.
• Must be able to follow instructions consistently with minimum supervision.
• Must be able to read job cards and follow sewing standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Must follow company rules and regulations.
• Ability to multi-task.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED
• Previous experience working with industrial sewing equipment
• Positive attitude and demonstrated ability to work well with a team
• Good attendance record
• Self-motivated and organized

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing sitting walking bending as needed.
• Using proper lifting technique may be required to lift objects up to 30 lbs.

Must be legally able to work in Canada and where applicable must have a valid work permit.

No Agency Calls.

Starfield LION is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. Starfield LION is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race sex disability religion/belief sexual orientation or age and to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process please let the HR representative know.