Sewing Machine Operator
Cherokee Federal, Piney Green, NC, United States
Sewing Machine Operator
As a Sewing Machine Operator, you will play a vital role in the manufacturing process, specializing in operating and maintaining sewing machines to sew and demobilize a wide range of textile products. Your primary responsibility is supporting our military customer by sewing and repairing uniforms and gear. A Sewing Machine Operator will perform tasks such as maintaining sufficient inventory on hand to support the customer and produce quality military uniforms and gear.
Compensation & Benefits
Estimated Starting Salary Range for Sewing Machine Operator: $18 per hour. Pay commensurate with experience. Full‑time benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.
Responsibilities
Sews approved devices onto military uniforms and materials being shipped and/or issued to customers.
Demobilizes (removing sewn items from) military uniforms (name and service tapes, rank insignia, and warfare devices) to be placed back into inventory.
Demonstrates a high level of productivity to meet required deadlines.
Performs all tasks in a safe manner while adhering to safety policies and procedures.
Performs a full range of warehousing activities, to include, but not limited to, receiving, storing, issuing, reconstitution, inventorying, and shipping bulk and individual gear and equipment.
Assists in performing a full range of warehousing activities, to include, but not limited to, receiving, storing, issuing, reconstitution, inventorying, and shipping bulk and individual gear and equipment when sewing is not needed.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent and one year of sewing experience required.
Ability to pass a federal background check for federal installation access.
Ability to pass a drug screen.
Must be able to pass a National Agency Check (NAC) investigation to obtain base access and DoD computer system access.
Knowledge of uniform and equipment sewing regulations.
Strong attention to detail and ability to communicate clearly in a fast‑paced environment.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to meet physical requirements, such as lifting up to 30 lbs, bending and standing for long periods of time.
Skilled with sewing equipment and performing routine maintenance on equipment.
Ability to operate various repair equipment used to reconstitute ripped or torn gear that is returned.
Ability to interact with other team members for coordination and collaboration to consistently improve the work process.
Past applicable job experience may include, but is not limited to, sewing technician, stitching operator, or textile sewer.
Must pass pre‑employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
Company Information
Cherokee Nation Government Solutions (CNGS) is part of Cherokee Federal, the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs focus on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNGS, visit cherokee-federal.com.
Legal Disclaimer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre‑employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
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As a Sewing Machine Operator, you will play a vital role in the manufacturing process, specializing in operating and maintaining sewing machines to sew and demobilize a wide range of textile products. Your primary responsibility is supporting our military customer by sewing and repairing uniforms and gear. A Sewing Machine Operator will perform tasks such as maintaining sufficient inventory on hand to support the customer and produce quality military uniforms and gear.
Compensation & Benefits
Estimated Starting Salary Range for Sewing Machine Operator: $18 per hour. Pay commensurate with experience. Full‑time benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.
Responsibilities
Sews approved devices onto military uniforms and materials being shipped and/or issued to customers.
Demobilizes (removing sewn items from) military uniforms (name and service tapes, rank insignia, and warfare devices) to be placed back into inventory.
Demonstrates a high level of productivity to meet required deadlines.
Performs all tasks in a safe manner while adhering to safety policies and procedures.
Performs a full range of warehousing activities, to include, but not limited to, receiving, storing, issuing, reconstitution, inventorying, and shipping bulk and individual gear and equipment.
Assists in performing a full range of warehousing activities, to include, but not limited to, receiving, storing, issuing, reconstitution, inventorying, and shipping bulk and individual gear and equipment when sewing is not needed.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent and one year of sewing experience required.
Ability to pass a federal background check for federal installation access.
Ability to pass a drug screen.
Must be able to pass a National Agency Check (NAC) investigation to obtain base access and DoD computer system access.
Knowledge of uniform and equipment sewing regulations.
Strong attention to detail and ability to communicate clearly in a fast‑paced environment.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to meet physical requirements, such as lifting up to 30 lbs, bending and standing for long periods of time.
Skilled with sewing equipment and performing routine maintenance on equipment.
Ability to operate various repair equipment used to reconstitute ripped or torn gear that is returned.
Ability to interact with other team members for coordination and collaboration to consistently improve the work process.
Past applicable job experience may include, but is not limited to, sewing technician, stitching operator, or textile sewer.
Must pass pre‑employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
Company Information
Cherokee Nation Government Solutions (CNGS) is part of Cherokee Federal, the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs focus on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNGS, visit cherokee-federal.com.
Legal Disclaimer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre‑employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
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