Sewing Trainer

JOB TITLE: Sewing Trainer

DEPARTMENT: Sewing

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

LOCATION: Plant 5

SCHEDULE: Monday – Thursday 6:00 am – 4:30 PM – Occasional Fridays 6:00 am – 11:00 am

Overtime may be required beyond the posted work schedule and/or a varied schedule may be required per business needs.

We’re expanding and currently hiring for multiple full-time positions offering consistent 40–45 hours per week, no Saturdays, and a strong benefits package, including free access to our healthcare clinic starting on day one for employees, spouses, and children, plus two company-wide shutdown weeks.

Since 1969, the mission of LEE Industries has been to create innovatively styled, high-quality furnishings while adhering to a set of values that focus on our customer, the community, and the environment. Our love for furniture is contagious and that is why we are unable to resist creating the best upholstery products available, all made in the USA!

LEE associates are our most valued asset. We would not be who we are today if it were not for our associates. We are successful because we have caring and highly skilled craftsmen that are the best in their field.

SUMMARY:

The Sewing Trainer will report to the Sewing Manager & Sewing Lead to assist with workflow from

borders, sewing, topstitching, surge, and inspection.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with sewing associates concerning questions with work tickets or specification sheets.
• Work directly with associates concerning repairs and quality.
•  Document repairs from associates and log for weekly, monthly, and yearly quality reports.
•  Keep production flowing by correct schedule date and look for bottleneck areas to keep work production flowing.
•  Stay in constant communication with the Sewing Manager & Sewing Lead on all mentioned above and where improvement(s) are needed.
• Long periods of standing/walking.
• Training of all new sewing associates. 
• Able to resolve issues and sewing problems.
• Sew new products, specialty items, and customs.
• Prepare sewing specifications from product development.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Proficient with using computers for reporting, emails, look up production information Word, Excel, AS400, IBM Notes.
•  Must have at least 3 years furniture/upholstery sewing experience.
•  Effective communication skills.
•  Ability to work with various types of associates from management to manufacturing.
• Know LEE sewing standards. Take apart repairs when needed to find out sewing issues

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.