Job Information
Blue Force Gear, Inc. Sample Sewer in Pooler, Georgia
Blue Force Gear, Inc.
Blue Force Gear is proud to design and manufacture the world’s lightest and most cutting-edge military equipment – all made here in the USA! We have a dedicated team committed to the mission of our nation’s armed service, law enforcement, prepared citizen, and sporting enthusiast. Also important to our company culture is the spirit of “Always Better” – a quest for constant improvement both in the workplace and in your personal lives. To enhance our long-term growth, we are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented Sample Sewer!
The Sample Sewer contributes to product innovation by sewing and pattern making for high quality prototype, fit, and production samples.
Job Components:
Major Responsibilities
Discusses design briefs with designers and converts their original models/designs/drawings of products into patterns of separate parts that can be laid out on a length of fabric and assembled into first article prototypes.
Assists designers in designing and developing presentation boards.
Draws details on outlined parts to indicate where parts are to be joined, as well as the positions of pleats, pockets, buttonholes, and other features, using computers or drafting instruments.
Marks samples and finished patterns with information such as garment size, section, style, identification, and sewing instructions.
Draws outlines of pattern parts by adapting or copying existing patterns, or by drafting new patterns
Positions and cuts out master or sample patterns, using scissors and knives, or prints out copies of patterns, using plotter.
Assists in the construction and assembly of short run manufacturing projects and sample sewing.
Aides in the construction of prototypes and/or new designs
Participates in the initial phase of small-quantity production (Low-Rate Initial Production) of gear
Converts from a finished product to patterns for reproduction.
Organizes project folders.
Maintains quality standards.
Follow all established safety procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Educational Requirements:
GED or HS diploma preferred.
Previous Experience:
Minimum 2 years industrial sewing and pattern making experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience in producing items in any of the following areas preferred:
Luggage
Upholstery
Outdoor Apparel (outerwear)
Strong technical sewing ability required.
Experience with Straight stitch walking foot, bar tack, lockstitch, etc. required.
Strong knowledge of latest material bonding techniques including RF and Ultrasonic welding, gluing, and similar techniques
Strong problem-solving skills as it pertains to prototype development and construction.
Ability to create patterns from finished products.
Technical flat sketches
Competencies and Skills:
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines.
Must possess excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.
Self-motivated
Must be team oriented.
Must develop the mindset of continuous evaluation/improvement.
Excellent communication skills
Strong Attention to detail
Strong problem-solving skills
Travel Requirements:
None
Compensation & Benefit
Blue Force Gear offers opportunities for growth, work flexibility, competitive pay, and benefits.
Other Information
FLSA Classification: Nonexempt/Hourly
Blue Force Gear is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes a Drug Free Workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.
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