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Senior Industrial Sewer
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MillerKnoll
Why join us? If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. We offer a competitive hourly wage, generous benefits that start on your first day, and endless possibilities for career growth. Connect with our hiring team today to learn more. Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. At MillerKnoll, we support causes that align with our values to build a sustainable, equitable future.
General Purpose Operates machinery to perform single and double needle sewing operations. Exhibits initiative in daily performance to provide quality products and services that meet or exceed customer demands and maintain a quality working relationship with team members.
Essential Functions
Adjust machines to stitch various types of fabrics.
Complete daily paperwork to track rejects, units completed, or other documentation as required.
Inspect parts during assembly and upon completion to assure compliance with established product quality criteria.
Maintain expected levels of order and cleanliness using 5S principles.
Make minor repairs to assigned machines.
Operate industrial sewing machine to join pre‑cut and upholstery pieces; align pieces to preserve grain and/or pattern.
Provide guidance, coaching, and training to less experienced team members.
Report any equipment or safety concerns immediately to assure a safe work environment.
Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent, with experience that demonstrates performance competency.
10+ years of experience sewing in a manufacturing/production environment, preferably in high‑end contract furniture.
Ability to work autonomously and take on work with minimum to no supervision.
Highly organized, self‑motivated, and results driven.
In‑depth knowledge and understanding of workflow and business objectives.
Proficient in sewing all current products accurately and easily adapting to new products.
Comprehensive understanding of notches and ability to sew complex patterns.
Advanced knowledge of sewing machine fundamentals and ability to perform minor maintenance.
Ability to operate and program sewing machines for detailed assembly work.
Good hand‑eye coordination, concentration skills, and attention to detail.
Basic math, reading, and communication skills.
Ability to manipulate small parts and use power hand tools while operating the sewing machine.
Proven ability to work in a flexible work environment and adapt to overtime requirements as needed.
Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Physical Demands
Ability to lift 40 lbs. and perform repetitive motions of bending, pushing, grasping, and pulling.
EEO Statement MillerKnoll is a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, with or without disabilities, and belong to the veterans community. We are committed to equal opportunity employment in accordance with applicable law. MillerKnoll participates in E‑Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.
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Senior Industrial Sewer
role at
MillerKnoll
Why join us? If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. We offer a competitive hourly wage, generous benefits that start on your first day, and endless possibilities for career growth. Connect with our hiring team today to learn more. Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. At MillerKnoll, we support causes that align with our values to build a sustainable, equitable future.
General Purpose Operates machinery to perform single and double needle sewing operations. Exhibits initiative in daily performance to provide quality products and services that meet or exceed customer demands and maintain a quality working relationship with team members.
Essential Functions
Adjust machines to stitch various types of fabrics.
Complete daily paperwork to track rejects, units completed, or other documentation as required.
Inspect parts during assembly and upon completion to assure compliance with established product quality criteria.
Maintain expected levels of order and cleanliness using 5S principles.
Make minor repairs to assigned machines.
Operate industrial sewing machine to join pre‑cut and upholstery pieces; align pieces to preserve grain and/or pattern.
Provide guidance, coaching, and training to less experienced team members.
Report any equipment or safety concerns immediately to assure a safe work environment.
Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent, with experience that demonstrates performance competency.
10+ years of experience sewing in a manufacturing/production environment, preferably in high‑end contract furniture.
Ability to work autonomously and take on work with minimum to no supervision.
Highly organized, self‑motivated, and results driven.
In‑depth knowledge and understanding of workflow and business objectives.
Proficient in sewing all current products accurately and easily adapting to new products.
Comprehensive understanding of notches and ability to sew complex patterns.
Advanced knowledge of sewing machine fundamentals and ability to perform minor maintenance.
Ability to operate and program sewing machines for detailed assembly work.
Good hand‑eye coordination, concentration skills, and attention to detail.
Basic math, reading, and communication skills.
Ability to manipulate small parts and use power hand tools while operating the sewing machine.
Proven ability to work in a flexible work environment and adapt to overtime requirements as needed.
Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Physical Demands
Ability to lift 40 lbs. and perform repetitive motions of bending, pushing, grasping, and pulling.
EEO Statement MillerKnoll is a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, with or without disabilities, and belong to the veterans community. We are committed to equal opportunity employment in accordance with applicable law. MillerKnoll participates in E‑Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.
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