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Industrial Sewing Machine Operator required immediately, to join Denham Awning Makers, Saskatoons leading awning manufacturer.
Were looking for a self-starter with a positive attitude and the ability to work independently with a passion for innovating new ideas to help us maintain our leading position in the market.
The successful candidate will have industrial sewing and cutting room experience (min 1 year) with preference given to those with experience in the fabrication and repair of tarps, bags, tents, awnings, marine canvas, and industrial covers.
Candidate must speak, read and write English.
Read work orders with hand drawings (in imperial measurement).
Oversee/participate in the production of items from start to finish.
Experience using single, double needle sewing machines, large hand shears and electric cutting machinery and vinyl welding machines is an asset.
Competitive wages based on experience.
Dental and medical benefits after three months.
Yearly bonus.
Great hours, Monday to Friday 8 to 5.
Friendly work environment.
Denham Awning Makers thanks all applicants in advance for their interest. Only those selected for interviews or follow-up questions will be contacted.
Website http://www.denhamawning.ca/
Email dam.jobs@shaw.ca
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Type of Goods
- Upholstery
- Tents or awnings
Specific Skills
- Use sewing guides and tension devices
- Operate machines to join sections of garments or other articles into finished products on a piece-work or production basis
- Mitre corners
Type of Sewing Experience
- Commercial
Type of Equipment
- Single needle machine
- Serger or overlock
- Piping or binding machine
- Multi-needle machine
- Double needle machine
Type of Materials
- Cotton or synthetic
- Canvas