Stitching Machine Operator

Job Title: Stitching Machine Operator

Job Description

This full-time role is ideal for an experienced stitcher or sewing machine operator who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will operate and maintain industrial sewing machines used to produce leather and plastic shoe welting, a key component in high-end footwear manufactured worldwide. The position focuses on precision, quality, and meeting strict production deadlines while contributing to an efficient workflow on the production floor.

Pay: $18 - 21/hr (depending on experience)

Shift: First (1st) shift: 5:30am - 3:30pm, Monday - Thursday

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, monitor, and maintain industrial sewing machines used in the production of leather and plastic shoe welting.
• Read and interpret job tickets and work orders to understand detailed specifications, including dimensions, materials, and stitch requirements.
• Adjust sewing machine components such as pockets, gatherers, stitcher heads, and three-knife trimmers to achieve exact height, width, and thickness specifications.
• Ensure all products meet precise customer specifications, internal quality standards, and delivery deadlines.
• Inspect finished materials for defects and verify that output meets established quality criteria before moving items forward in the production process.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors and team members to maintain an efficient workflow and minimize production downtime.
• Take inventory of various threads and related materials used in the department to support continuous production.
• Adjust sewing techniques and stitch types as needed to match design schematics and product requirements.
• Inspect machines regularly, adjust tension settings, thread needles, change components, oil moving parts, and perform basic repairs to prevent workflow interruptions.
• Troubleshoot minor machine problems and perform basic preventive maintenance to ensure consistent and reliable operation.
• Stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks while maintaining accuracy, safety, and productivity.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in production or manufacturing environments, particularly with leather products, is beneficial.
• Comfort working with detailed specifications and quality standards in a high-volume setting.
• Ability to collaborate with supervisors and coworkers to support an efficient, team-oriented workflow.

Why Work Here?

You will join a family-oriented manufacturing organization that values long-term relationships and a supportive workplace culture. Employees benefit from a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) retirement savings, vision coverage, health insurance, and dental insurance. The environment emphasizes stability, teamwork, and craftsmanship, offering the opportunity to develop specialized skills in a niche, quality-driven industry.

Work Environment

The role is based in a family-feel manufacturing environment that works extensively with leather and related materials. You will spend most of your time on the production floor operating industrial sewing equipment and handling leather and plastic components. The work involves standing for extended periods, performing repetitive tasks, and maintaining machinery in a busy, fast-paced setting focused on quality and precision.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brockton, MA.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brockton, MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Brockton,MA.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.