Engineering Development Lab Technician (Sewing)

Job description

Engineering Development Lab Technician (Sewing)

Company : Safran Seats

Job field : Manufacture / assembly and repair

Location : Gainesville , Texas , United States

Contract type : Permanent

Contract duration : Full-time

Required degree : High School Diploma/GED Equivalent

Required experience : More than 3 years

Spoken language(s) :

English Fluent

Salary range : market rate

# 2024-147484

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Job Description

A glimpse at the job:

POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.

We trust our employees to bring bold ideas to build the future of aerospace together, contributing to our ranking by TIME as the leading Aerospace & Defense company on the 2023 World's Best Companies list (#59 on the full list). In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in cutting and sewing dress covers for aircraft seats for all non-production components. Will also cut and sew fabric, leather, e-leather/vinyl of various weight and different lamination thickness within specified tolerances for cut and sew process. Join our team and become part of the group that's making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, we'll proudly step back and say, “We did that”.

·  Essential Functions (Duties and Responsibilities)

Main Function Responsibilities

A) Sets up and cuts patterns to close tolerances.

B) Sews fabric, leather, e-leather/vinyl of various weights and lamination thicknesses, operating lock stitch and serger machines.

C) Sets up and adjusts lock stitch and serger machines.

D) Maintains a high quality of workmanship and assumes responsibility for work performed in assigned duties.

E) Performs other duties as assigned.

Complementary Description

This position contributes to our vision by contributing to the quality, technological excellence, and operational effectiveness of its products, all while ensuring the company meets the high standards required in the aerospace sector.

Our CSR strategy, Engage for the Future, focuses on four pillars: decarbonizing aviation, being an exemplary employer, responsible industry practices, and societal commitment. With an ambitious goal of carbon-neutral aviation by 2050, we involve all teams in pioneering solutions, shaping a more sustainable future together.

Job Requirements

Qualification Requirements

A. Education & Qualification

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

B. Work Experience - Technical knowledge:

• Employee must be able to obtain and maintain all required certifications and licenses.

• Two years of sewing experience is required. Commercial sewing a plus.

C. Professional Skills:

• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, drawing, diagrams, tolerance information, work orders, safety guidelines, operating, maintenance and procedure manuals

• Thorough understanding of shop practices, processes and procedures.

• Advanced ability to sew fabric, leather, faux leathers of various weights and lamination thicknesses.

• Must be able to add, subtract, multiple, divide in all units of measure, use whole numbers, fractions, and decimals and apply concepts such as fractions, percentage rations and proportions to practical situations.

• Basic computer skills.

• Must have the ability to generate written communication and to operate required office equipment.

• Ability to read and review written communication.

• Speech and hearing abilities that allow individual to communicate clearly and distinctly in English.

D. Behavioral Skills:

• Accept responsibility, Adaptability- Flexible,

• Comfortable with limited instruction

E. Desirable Aspects:

• Knowledge of commercial sewing machines, pattern assembly

• Basic computer skills

General Work Conditions

Physical Demands: This position requires extended periods of sitting while working with computers and viewing computer monitors and other office equipment. Finger dexterity needed in using misc. office equipment such as telephone, computer and copy machine, etc. Bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting up to approximately twenty pounds are required during tasks related to the job.

Work environment: The work environment includes office setting with moderate office noise.

"Safran Seats USA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status."

Specificity of the job

no travel

Locate your future workplace

2000 Weber DrTX 76240

Gainesville

Texas United States

Safran is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.