dressmakers supervisor

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Tasks

• Co-ordinate work activities with other departments
• Establish methods to meet work schedules
• Prepare production and other reports
• Recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
• Requisition or order materials, equipment and supplies
• Set up machines and equipment
• Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule (and possibly review) activities of workers
• Train staff / workers in job duties, safety procedures and company policies
• Set up machines
• Manage contracts
• Resolve conflict situations
• Mountain driving expertise
• Conduct quality control

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Equipment and machinery experience

• Industrial sewing machine

Area of specialization

• Sewing

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Manual dexterity
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Ability to multitask
• Leadership

Screening questions

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Experience

• 5 years or more