Industrial Sewing Machine Operator
Baton Rouge
**Industrial Sewing Machine Operator - Baton Rouge** **Evaluation Hire** **$15/hr** **Monday-Friday 7 am - 3 pm** Express Employment Professionals, a full-service staffing and recruiting firm, is currently hiring a skilled and detail-oriented **Industrial Sewing Machine Operator** to join their production team in **Baton Rouge**. In this role, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining automated sewing machines to produce high-quality products promptly and efficiently. The ideal candidate will have experience with automated sewing systems, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to troubleshoot minor machine issues. \*\*Essential Duties and Responsibilities \*\* * Operate automated sewing machines to perform stitching tasks on various fabrics, ensuring precise stitching patterns and consistent product quality. * Set up and calibrate machines before production runs, ensuring they are correctly configured for each specific order. * Monitor the operation of automated sewing machines to ensure consistent performance and identify any irregularities such as fabric misalignment, thread breakage, or machine malfunctions. * Inspect finished products for quality and compliance with design specifications. Address any defects or issues by adjusting machine settings or reworking products as needed. \*\*EXPERIENCE and EDUCATION NEEDED: \*\* * Proven experience as an automated sewing machine operator or in a similar manufacturing role, preferably in the textile, garment, or similar industries. * Detail-oriented and able to work on repetitive tasks. * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet production deadlines. * Basic knowledge of machine maintenance and safety protocols. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. \*\*PHYSICAL DEMANDS: \*\* * Varying standing and sitting for extended periods throughout the day. * Occasional lifting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching. \*\*BENEFITS: \*\* * Health Insurance * Vision * Dental * Short term Disability * Term life