Sewing Machine OperatorIndianapolis-based Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones' products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas and announcements as well as motivation and recognition programs. Focused on building long-term relationships through a nationwide network of over 1,400 employees and sales partners, the professionals at Herff Jones have been helping elevate the student experience throughout the lifelong journey of education for more than 100 years.What You'll Be Doing On A Daily Basis:Will learn to inspect all component parts to make certain they meet our quality standards and correspond to the bundling ticketWill learn how to operate the automated machinery in your departmentWill learn about all product linesResponsible for finished product meeting all quality standardsResponsible for cleaning machine, changing needles, thread, etc.
to meet the machine's needsResponsible for joining materials using multi needle sewing devices, as neededWork in other departments and work areas/machinery as neededWhat You'll Bring to the Table:Must have strong communication skillsMust be self-motivatedReading, writing and math skills commensurate with job dutiesPhysical strength and dexterity to perform essential job functionsMust be able to recognize colors and different cloth stylesSitting or standing for 8 hours a day or longerAbility to work in an environment with repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, and elbowsMay require lifting up to 30 poundsMust be able to work all mandatory overtimePhysical Requirements:Lifting, carrying, sitting, grasping, reaching, standing, kneeling, walking, bending, twistingReading, communication, simple mathStanding on a fatigue mat in a specific area throughout a 10 hour+ shiftBe able to regularly lift/move up to 50lbsNoise level in the work environment is usually moderate to above moderateHerff Jones, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, gender identity, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Herff Jones strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Herff Jones.
Herff Jones will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.