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Seemstress/ Packer

Seemstress/ Packer

Jobs > Seemstress/ Packer / Woolwich, London
Woolwich, London
Permanent
Arts
May 7, 2025

My esteemed client, located in the vibrant and historic district of Woolwich, Is looking for a Seamstress & Packing Operative for sewing labels onto garments, packing finished products, and ensuring all items meet quality standards and customer specifications. This role requires proficiency in operating industrial sewing machines, attention to detail, and adherence to health and safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities

Label Sewing

  • Sew neck labels into t-shirts and sweatshirts using a single stitch, achieving a minimum of 500 labels per day.
  • Adapt to customer requirements by sewing hem labels onto sleeves or bottoms of garments.
  • Operate the Brother S-7200C sewing machine proficiently.

Garment Packing

  • Pack garments at a minimum speed of 150 units per hour, ensuring neatness and correct bagging as per customer specifications.
  • Box packed garments logically and neatly, attaching the correct paperwork for the Goods Out team.

Kimballing and Barcoding

  • Use a Kimball gun to attach swing tickets to garments in the correct position.
  • Create barcodes using the WASP or PC system and place them appropriately on swing tickets or polybags.

Machine Operation

  • Load garments onto the packing machine, operating it at a steady pace.
  • Start and stop the machine safely, understanding emergency procedures.
  • Operate the Copperhead machine, maintaining a pace that aligns with its operation.

Label Removal

  • Remove neck labels from garments using hand tools, ensuring the neck area remains intact.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

  • Perform daily and weekly safety checks on machines, following prescribed checklists.
  • Understand and adhere to safety protocols when using chemicals like White Spirit, T9, and Spray Glues, including appropriate PPE usage.
  • Be knowledgeable about fire prevention measures, emergency procedures, and identify fire wardens.
  • Participate in manual handling training, applying safe practices during tasks.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area, promptly addressing potential trip and slip hazards.

Performance Expectations

  • Demonstrate punctuality, with good timekeeping at the start of the day and during breaks.
  • Maintain absenteeism below 3% per annum.
  • Exhibit a positive, helpful, and proactive attitude, showing commitment to the company’s goals and values.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Experience in garment production or a similar manufacturing environment is desirable.
  • Proficiency in operating industrial sewing machines, specifically the Brother S-7200C.
  • Ability to follow detailed instructions and diagrams accurately.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

Normal working day will be 7.30amto 4pm, Monday to Friday (standard working week will be 37.5 hours) and overtime will be offered (where available) at time and a half.

INDT

  • Permanent
  • Woolwich, London
  • £12.21 - £18.75 per hour USD / Year
  • Salary: £12.21 - £18.75 per hour
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