Martket Textile is growing, and we're hiring skilled Industrial Sewing Machine Operators to join our Made-in-Canada manufacturing team in Vancouver. This is a great opportunity to work in a clean, modern facility with both specialized and mid-scale production capabilities. In this role, you'll operate and maintain industrial sewing machines to produce high-quality garments and consumer textile products for our in-house brand and a range of North American fashion partners and retailers. Experience with different fabrics, sewing techniques, and strong attention to detail is highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate industrial sewing machines to sew, join, gather, hem, or reinforce materials
• Follow patterns and specifications to produce accurate and high-quality products
• Inspect finished products for quality assurance and make necessary adjustments
• Perform routine maintenance on sewing machines and troubleshoot any issues
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and deadlines
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Industrial Sewing Machine Operator
• Familiarity with various types of sewing machines and techniques
• Experience with Heat Bonding Machines, Ultrasonic Welding Machines, or Taping Machines is an asset
• Ability to read and interpret patterns and specifications
• Strong attention to detail and precision
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods and lift up to 20-30 pounds

Martket Benefits

• Competitive hourly-based compensation
• Opportunity for ongoing employment, and salary-based compensation based on performance
• Opportunity for extended health and dental benefits (after 3 months)
• An inclusive and safe work environment
• Work from our Vancouver, BC Headquarters with on-site Production Studio and Design Lab (on TransLink bus route and close to Gilmore and Rupert Skytrain Stations)

Why Martket

Martket is a multi-sector solutions provider: a distributor of life-saving medical technology, a global branded merchandise agency, and an integrated manufacturer of consumer textiles. Our diverse, cross-functional operations are driven by innovation and a commitment to sustainable economic development focused on people, planet, and product.

Martket Textile is an integrated manufacturer and decorator of fashion and consumer textiles, with in-house services spanning sourcing, development, production, decoration, and retail finishing. Our Made-in-North-America (Vancouver, Canada) manufacturing operations support both specialized and mid-scale production capacities. As a proud member of the BC Apparel and Gear Association (BCAGA), we're part of a local collective committed to advancing local industry growth and sustainability goals.

Martket is an equal opportunity employer, and we pride ourselves in having a diverse workplace community. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.