Merrow Machine Operator

Sayre Enterprises offers two 1st shift schedule options :  4- 10 hour days, Monday-Thursday, 6AM-3:30PM  OR 

5- 8 hour days, Monday-Friday, 7AM-3:30PM.

JOB TITLE: Merrow Machine Operator

DEPARTMENT: Sewing Department

REPORTS TO: Sewing Department Manager

HOURLY RATE: $15.85

SUMMARY: The Merrow machine operator is responsible for operating a single head merrow machine to sew thread over edges of various patches as part of production process which creates a secure thread edge for a finished look that stops fraying of a patch and operating an automatic 2X2 machine to sew the outside perimeter of a patch.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ability to draw thread through guides, tensions, and needles and adjust tensions, threads, and bobbins according to fabric type.

Ability to center material to prepare for processing on merrow and 2X2 machines.

Ability to observe merrow and 2X2 machine operations to detect defects in stitching that indicate machine malfunction and notify supervisor of malfunction.

Ability to use various cutting implements, such as nippers, to cut excess material or thread from the finished product.

Must be dependable and self-motivated with a positive attitude.

Ability to work independently with little supervision and communicate well with supervisors and team leaders.

Ability to maintain speed and efficiency and be fully committed to excellent customer service.

Ability to maintain department production demand numbers.

Ability to accurately count and follow written or verbal directions.

Pay attention to the quality of both the starting product and the finished product.

Continually utilize visual awareness to operate equipment, read information, and have discernment for colors and detail.

Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Sayre Enterprises, a Division of Ira Green, Inc.,

 is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity