Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Industrial Sewing Technician
Job Description
You will primarily sit at a workstation and operate industrial sewing equipment to produce heat-resistant products including mesh bags, filters, and materials for flex troughs, blankets, and pads. The position combines hands-on production work with attention to detail, quality, and safety in a manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Operate industrial sewing machines while seated at a workstation to produce heat-resistant products such as mesh bags, filters, and materials for flex troughs, blankets, and pads.
- Read and interpret drawings, work instructions, and standard operating procedures to ensure products meet specifications.
- Sew and assemble parts accurately, performing in-process and final quality inspections to maintain high product standards.
- Set up sewing machines by placing spools of thread on spindles and threading them through machine guides and needle eyes.
- Use a pedal or knee lever to start, stop, and control sewing machine speed safely and efficiently.
- Cut fabric and other materials as needed to prepare components for sewing and assembly.
- Move, organize, and stack materials and finished products around the shop to support production flow.
- Work on a production line and support general production tasks, including basic packaging and inspection activities.
- Collaborate with team members and, as needed, assist in other areas such as material handling and CNC machining.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area and follow all safety procedures, including the use of required personal protective equipment.
Essential Skills
- Prior experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting using sewing machines or performing cutting work is preferred.
- Proficiency with sewing machines, including threading, operating, and controlling speed with a pedal or knee lever.
- Ability to read and follow drawings, work instructions, and standard operating procedures with strict attention to detail.
- Strong fine motor skills and manual dexterity, including the ability to grasp small components and perform precise sewing tasks.
- Capability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods while performing repetitive production and sewing activities.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds frequently as part of daily material handling and production work.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as effectively within a team environment.
- Willingness to learn new tasks and processes and to assist in multiple areas of the shop as needed.
- Reliable work habits, strong focus on quality, and commitment to following safety guidelines.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with industrial sewing, hand sewing, and general sewing tasks in a production environment.
- Experience cutting fabric or similar materials for use in sewn or assembled products.
- Comfort working on a production line and performing general production duties.
- Creative or artistic hobbies such as arts and crafts, scrapbooking, or sewing, and an enjoyment of hands-on work.
- Creative mindset with the ability to think outside the box when working with materials and solving production challenges.
- Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and openness to cross-training in areas such as material handling and CNC machining.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Spokane Valley, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.25 - $19.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Spokane Valley,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Company DescriptionWe know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Company Description
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.