Sewing Machine Operator IV- ASH
IFB SolutionsAsheville, North Carolina, United States
Posted March 5, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
IFB Solutions, a nonprofit founded in 1936, is the largest employer of blind and visually impaired individuals in the United States, offering comprehensive employment, training, and support services. The organization operates manufacturing plants in Winston‑Salem, Asheville, and Little Rock, as well as a network of over 40 office‑supply stores and optical centers nationwide, creating inclusive work environments and accessible products. Through its IFB Solutions Foundation, the company funds employee development and community initiatives, such as the Community Low Vision Centers in North Carolina and Arkansas and the Tracy’s Little Red Schoolhouse in Winston‑Salem. By combining industry‑leading manufacturing, retail, and educational outreach, IFB Solutions uniquely champions workforce inclusion and empowerment for people with visual impairments.
Job Description
The Sewing Machine Operator IV operates various machines used in industrial sewing following established work and safety procedures. This role reports to a Sr. Sewing Supervisor and requires prior experience performing difficult sewing functions using an industrial sewing machine. The operator must consistently meet and exceed production and quality standards of a Level III and IV operator.
Requirements
- Check all safety devices and ensure they are in working order
- Inspect and repair operations incorrectly done
- Thread machine and change bobbin as needed
- Retrieve and distribute materials as needed