• Operator (Sewer)

    Aerotek (Tempe, AZ)


    Job Title: Operator (Sewer)

    Job Description

    This position requires candidates to sew large panels, including a team sew that is 58 inches long, consisting of 27 panels. These are NFL flags and not part of the daily build. Candidates will operate a Juki sewing machine, sewing 2-inch wide seams.

    Responsibilities

    + Produce, repair, alter, and add to finished goods such as personal protective equipment, banners, and other items.

    + Provide support to the Decor Department to meet company objectives.

    + Assist in the production of large or high-quantity orders.

    + Work with various sewing machines and stitch applications, including Single Needle, Double Needle, and other machines.

    + Follow established patterns and specifications, and create new ones as necessary.

    + Perform repairs, alterations, and add accessory items to personal protective equipment.

    + Sew in an environment with quick turnaround times (daily and weekly).

    + Use handheld hardware and tools as necessary.

    + Assist with material inventory counts.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience with various industrial sewing machines: Single Needle, Double Needle, and Surge sewing machines.

    + Ability to sew large panels for sports flags and signs.

    + Experience with heavy fabric and hardware.

    + Ability to cut, measure, and grommet materials.

    + Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Ability to lift and handle elements weighing up to 30 pounds.

    + Capability to stand for long periods.

    + 100% Spanish speaking is acceptable as translators are on-site.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a team with an average tenure of 7-10 years for production staff. Work on high-profile projects such as the Super Bowl, sports events, airlines, Disney, and large parties. Enjoy a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, flexible spending plans, and 401k retirement plans.

     

    Work Environment

     

    This is a 1st shift position, Monday to Friday, from 6 AM to 2:30 PM. The work environment is casual with no uniforms required, allowing plain shirts, shorts or pants, and short sleeves. Offensive tattoos must be covered. The area is fully air-conditioned. Translators are available on-site for Spanish-speaking employees.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tempe, Arizona.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $25.00/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 Tempe,AZ.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 24, 2025.

    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.