Established in 1973, Roots is a proudly Canadian lifestyle brand that celebrates authenticity, quality, and community. Inspired by the great outdoors, we create timeless, sustainable apparel and leather goods designed for comfort and everyday adventure. At Roots, we believe in fostering a culture of inclusivity, creativity, and teamwork – where every team member plays a role in shaping our brand’s legacy. If you bring passion to everything you do, lead with integrity, and believe in the power of collaboration to drive growth, we’d love to have you on our journey!
Reports to: Team Lead
Direct Reports: NA
Location: 1162 Caledonia Road
Working Conditions: Manufacturing
Primary Purpose:
Industrial sewing machine operators will be in charge of sewing fabric, leather or synthetic materials to produce or repair garments and other articles for Roots iconic leather goods. The Machine Operators must remain focused and diligent in performing their tasks correctly and with care to keep everything running smoothly.
As a sewing machine operator, you should use patterns, intuition, or both, depending on each task's specifications. To ensure success as a sewing machine operator, you should display an impeccable awareness of all sewing procedures. An outstanding sewing machine operator will be able to repair minor problems affecting their equipment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Help to produce leather goods such as handbags, jackets and shoes according to the high standards of quality Roots is known for worldwide.
- Sew pre-cut leather and fabric pieces including, but not limited to, pockets, flaps, zippers, piping, hoods, sleeves, and linings.
- Assess the quality of garment pieces before sewing to ensure garments are up to quality standards.
- Participates in the sewing process as part of a team to ensure all work is completed in accordance with quality standards, delivery schedules and safety requirements.
- Ensure individual and team productivity quotas are met or exceeded on a daily basis.
- Adheres to all health and safety regulations and related company policies.
Job Specifications:
- Industrial sewing experience necessary, preferably in the apparel manufacturing industry.
- Ability to use various industrial sewing machines including single needle lock stitch and post bed machines.
- Able to work well with others in a fast-paced environment.
- Fast learners and productivity oriented
- Reliable with a good attendance record and a focus on punctuality.
- Able to work extended hours as required to meet business demands.
Health and Safety:
1. Health and Safety in the workplace applies to everyone at Roots.
Disclaimer:
The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions and duties, and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.
At Roots we appreciate that skills and expertise are cultivated through a range of experiences. We are committed to reflecting Canada's diverse landscape in our products, team, and workplace culture. We value your unique perspective and encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every listed requirement. Accommodations are available for applicants throughout the recruitment process.
Please note: Roots uses technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support parts of the recruitment process. These tools may be used to help review applications, assess qualifications, and support interview documentation. All hiring decisions are reviewed and made by our Talent team and key leaders involved in the recruitment process.
The posted salary range is intended to reflect the competitive market value of this role and is provided to support transparency in our hiring process. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, relevant skills, demonstrated knowledge, experience, and overall fit for the position.
