Job Description

Job Title:

Sewing Machine Mechanic - Shirt Manufacturing Unit

Location:

Tirupur

Employment Type:

Full-time

Department:

Maintenance / Production Support

About the Company:

We are establishing a modern shirt manufacturing facility equipped with advanced sewing technology and a focus on quality and efficiency. We are looking for an experienced Sewing Machine Mechanic to join our technical team and ensure smooth machine setup, operation, and maintenance during and after factory setup.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Machine Installation & Setup

Install, align, and calibrate sewing machines according to the shirt production layout. Set up machines for specific shirt operations (collar, cuff, placket, yoke, sleeve, side seam, hem, buttonhole, button sew, etc.). Support factory setup activities including power line, compressed air, and workstation readiness.
2. Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

Plan and execute preventive maintenance schedules for all sewing machines. Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic faults quickly to minimize downtime. Maintain service logs and maintenance records for each machine.
3. Quality & Performance Optimization

Adjust stitch balance, tension, and feed for different fabric types (e.g., cotton, poplin, oxford). Ensure smooth machine operation to meet quality standards and production targets. Support the production and quality team in resolving stitch-related quality issues.
4. Spare Parts & Workshop Management

Maintain and manage spare parts inventory and tools. Coordinate with suppliers for spare parts procurement and new machine installation support.
5. Training & Team Support

Train operators in basic maintenance, threading, and machine handling. Supervise junior mechanics and ensure safety compliance in all maintenance work.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

ITI / Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Textile Machinery Maintenance (preferred). Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a sewing machine mechanic in a shirt or woven garment factory. Strong knowledge of machines such as Juki, Brother, Pegasus, Siruba, etc. Ability to read technical manuals and machine setup guides. Hands-on experience with both manual and computerized sewing machines. Good troubleshooting, teamwork, and communication skills. Preferred Experience: Prior involvement in new factory setup or expansion projects. Experience handling auto-trimmer machines, programmable sewing units, or special attachments used in shirt manufacturing.

Benefits:

Competitive salary & performance incentives Accommodation / transport (as applicable) Growth and training opportunities within a fast-growing company
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Provident Fund
Work Location: In person