Sewing Machine Operator - Manufacturing (Temp to Hire) AIRBORNE SYSTEMS NORTH AMERICA 3 reviews - Santa Ana, CA $11 - $14 an hour - Temporary Applications and/or testing ONLY available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 9am to 11am. 3100 West Segerstrom Ave. Santa Ana, CA 92704 JOB SUMMARY: Completes a combination of the sewing functions required to assemble the raw materials for the manufacture of the parachutes and/or related parts, in a reasonable period of time and in accordance with company quality standards. This position generally requires a skilled operator comfortable working with difficult, awkward materials and capable of using standard measuring tools. Daily duties will include the operation of any or all of the following sewing/other machines, both manual and computer driven automatic: all gauge double needle, single needle, bartackers, zigzag and merrow/overlock. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Pin, mark, trim and do any required preparation work on raw material assemblies. * Sew all raw materials, including support tapes and webbing. * Perform all daily routine maintenance and adjustments on sewing machines. * Complete all required paperwork and recordkeeping. * Assist as needed in the training of new operators. * Read and interpret work specification sheets and drawings. * Performs other related duties as required or assigned. * Follows company rules and procedures. EXPERIENCE: Industrial sewing machine operation experience required with at least 2 years experience in manufacturing. Capable of using standard measuring tools. Pass the sample sewing tests. COMMUNICATIONS: Ability to comprehend, carry out written drawing instructions in English. Be able to perform the physical demands of the job. QUALIFICATIONS: Must be US citizen or Permanent Resident (Export Control requirement) EDUCATION : Functionally literate. Read, write, basic math. TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: On the job training: Up to six (6) months, including progressing at an acceptable and measurable skill level rate. WORK ENVIRONMENT * The work environment for this job is a manufacturing shop floor, which is heated and air conditioned. The noise level is usually moderate due to sewing machines and traffic. This position requires frequent walking as well as sitting at a desk or sewing machine. Additionally, the position may require lifting and/or pulling moderate to heavy items. PHYSICAL DEMANDS * The position requires that the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to fingers such as with a keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, and color vision and the ability to adjust focus. *Note: Both the Physical Demand and Work Environment sections are required by the Americans with Disability Act (ADA). ITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Airborne Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Airborne Systems is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Job Type: Temporary Salary: $11.00 to $14.00 /hour Experience: * manufacturing: 2 years * industrial sewing: 2 years Education: * High school or equivalent Required work authorization: * United States 9 hours ago - save job