Sewer 2nd Shift in Waukesha, Wisconsin at H O BOSTROM CO INC

Job Summary: The essential skill for this job is the ability to sew. Seamstresses/sewers must have a thorough knowledge of zippers, fabric, buttons, linings and patterns. They need manual dexterity and strong eye-hand coordination. They must be attentive to detail, demonstrate strong self-control, and be able to work well independently. You are able to learn the necessary skills through on-the-job training or by taking classes.

Essential Duties:

• Use written documentation and physical templates to verify correct product configurations.
• Sews covers according to specifications.
• Maintains daily logs on completed work.
• Maintains a weekly sewing production percentage goal of 90% or higher.
• Check quality of stitches and color match.
• Material movement within department.
• Suggest process method improvements.
• Confirm that all safety procedures and practices are followed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas.

• 3 years of experience in sewing
• 1 year of experience in an industrial sewing setting

Physical Demands:

• Sit at workstation for 85% of work day.
• Bending for 5% of the day to put finished work together.
• Twisting for 40% of sewing time pulling parts into work station.
• Pinching work with fingers during sewing.
• Lifting up to maximum of 10lbs occasionally.
• Cutting occasionally.
• Pressing power pedal with foot 85% of work day.
• Hand-Eye coordination needed.