Director, Sewing Operations

Alphapointe is a non-profit agency whose mission is to empower people with vision loss to achieve their goals and aspirations. Alphapointe offers a great working environment that's both challenging and satisfying as well as an array of benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, PTO, paid holidays and flexible spending options as well as a generous 401(k).

• Standing, walking, and lifting up to 60 pounds.
• Occasional overtime as required to meet production deadlines.
• Active presence across three facilities in two cities, with regular travel between sites.
• Participation in leadership meetings and production floor oversight.

• Lead daily sewing operations across three facilities, including scheduling, morning rallies, and internal meetings.
• Ensure all production orders are completed accurately, on time, and to the highest quality standards.
• Oversee large-scale and small-batch sewing production, including design development, pattern making, grading, and markers.
• Monitor raw material availability and request approvals for additional supplies as needed.
• Direct equipment maintenance, fabric inventory, and production efficiency testing across all sites.
• Manage government-military sewing projects (DLA, NIB) and ensure compliance with delivery requirements.

• Establish and enforce commitment to quality as the highest departmental priority across all facilities.
• Supervise Quality Control Specialists and oversee inspection, testing, and measurement of materials and finished products.
• Recommend and implement adjustments to sewing processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 quality control standards.

• Recruit, train, evaluate, and motivate sewing team members in collaboration with HR.
• Conduct performance reviews, disciplinary measures, and promotions as appropriate.
• Work closely with Rehabilitation Services to provide accommodations and devices for visually impaired employees.
• Monitor staff productivity, strengths, and training needs, ensuring safety and ergonomic requirements are met.
• Submit timely reports on employee performance and departmental issues.

• Attend weekly leadership and organizational meetings.
• Assist with departmental budget development and management.
• Submit accurate and timely reports to DLA, NIB, and internal management.
• Represent the organization at internal and external events.
• Teach annual specialty public classes related to sewing production preparation.
• Perform additional supervisory, machine operation, assembly, warehousing, and inventory tasks as needed.

• $75,000-$85,000 annually

Alphapointe is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran