Schedule: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Pay rate: $18.00
Key Responsibilities
Sample Construction & Technical Execution
- Construct pillow samples using the described shell sizes, shell samples, fill descriptions, fill weights and closure types.
- Interpret written and/or verbal instructions to ensure accurate sample execution.
- Stuff, sew and package pillow samples using appropriate machinery and hand tools.
- Ensure all samples meet company quality, safety, and workmanship standards.
- Maintain organized records of sample shipments that are received and shipped out to team members and/or 3rd party testing labs
Cross?Functional Collaboration
- Communicate with fellow plants when materials, trims, or equipment resources are not available locally and coordinate to ensure sample needs are fully realized.
- Support Quality by coordinating directly with the Quality team regarding testing samples and ensuring compliance with performance and safety requirements.
- Assist Product Development, Sales, and Production teams with customer samples, photo samples, sales samples, and PP (pre?production) samples.
Continuous Improvement & Training
- Recommend improvements to sample?making processes, tools, and workflows in collaboration with Product Development, manufacturing plants, and Compliance.
- Train other staff members in sample?making techniques during peak sample periods or in the absence of team members.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant sample room environment.
Qualifications & Skills
- 2+ years of experience in sewing or sample making, preferably in home textiles or pillow manufacturing.
- Strong knowledge of sewing techniques, pillow construction, and fill materials (polyfill, foam, down alternative, etc.).
- Ability to operate industrial sewing machines and basic cutting equipment.
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality.
- Ability to read and follow specifications, measurements, and technical documentation.
- Strong time?management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with PD, QC, and production teams.
- Basic email and communication skills (in English) for cross?team coordination.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and move materials or samples up to 20 lbs
- Manual dexterity to handle fabrics, tools, and machinery.
Work Environment
- Manufacturing or sample room environment.
- Exposure to sewing equipment, cutting tools, and textile materials.
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