AAI/Spalding Sewing Machine Operator

American Athletic, Inc has an immediate opening for a Sewing Machine Operator at its Jefferson, Iowa facility.

This position performs sewing functions in the Fabric building to assist in the production of finished goods.

This is a full time, first shift position with excellent benefits and a pay range of $18.98 - 20.98/hour.

About AAI/Spalding

AAI/Spalding is a leading sports equipment manufacturer and part of Fruit of the Loom, an independent, wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc.

As the official supplier to USA Gymnastics, NCAA, YMCA National Gymnastics Championships, and a partner of the Federation Internationale De Gymnastique (FIG), AAI is committed to advancing the sport through grassroots initiatives and a legacy of quality, service, and innovation.

Spalding, the world’s largest basketball equipment supplier and official backstop supplier of the NCAA, brings its renowned excellence to volleyball with premium products designed for high school, collegiate, and professional athletes.

Our Jefferson, Iowa facility has been in operation and supporting our local community since 1954.

• Select appropriate materials according to prints; set up and operate sewing machine. 
• Assist with moving large or heavy mats as needed. 
• Assist with training new employees, perform yearly inventory and maintain a clean and safe workstation. 
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor 
• Report problems with raw goods, finished goods or machine defects to Lead Person or Supervisor. 

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be capable of writing, recording, and understanding measurements
• Must be able to speak, read, and understand English fluently
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume
• Ability to apply understanding to carry out instructions finished in written, verbal or in diagram form
• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings

• One to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination
• Prior sewing experience preferred, but not required