{"id":1124523,"url":"https://alion.io/job/state-of-north-carolina-sewing-machine-operator-murdoch-developmental-center","title":"Sewing Machine Operator - Murdoch Developmental Center","company":{"id":44742,"name":"State of North Carolina","domain":"nc.gov","url":"https://alion.io/company/nc-governor-gov","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"is_intermediary":false,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":{"grade":"A","score":86,"open_postings":193,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.762,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":13,"computed_at":"2026-09-24T05:45:00Z"}},"role":"Field & Service","role_family":"Field & Service","seniority":"junior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":31200,"max":48810,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":48810},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":1,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-22T20:39:37Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-22","last_verified_at":"2026-09-24T04:30:35Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":1,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":1},"description":"Agency\nDept of Health and Human ServicesDivision\nMurdoch Developmental CenterJob Classification Title\nSewing Machine Operator (S)Position Number\n60050746Grade\nNC01About Us\nThe North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.\nDescription of Work\nThe primary duties of this position is to construct, alter, and mend garments and textile items according to customer needs. Measure customers using tape measures to ensure proper fit of garments. Cut sew and assemble clothing using patterns and commercial sewing machines. Repair damaged garments to include but not limited to hemming, replacing buttons or zippers, and patching holes. Modify garment styles and fit based on customer specifications. Maintain sewing equipment, inventory, and work area cleanliness. Communicate effectively with customers to understand their needs and preferences. Sew red boarders on some of the linen.This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.\nKnowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences\nRecruitment Range: $31,200.00 - $48,810.00\nThis is a Repost. Previous applicants do not need to reapply to be considered for Position.\nThe Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:\nMust maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of the Linen Room in a safe, clean, and comfortable manner. \nMust be willing to work harmoniously with other personnel, as well as being willing to handle individual based on whatever maturity and/or behavior level they are currently functioning\nMust be able to lift, push, pull, and move equipment/supplies, up to 200lbs. etc. \nMust be knowledgeable of laundry/linen practices and procedures, as well as the laws, regulations and guidelines governing these functions in a long term care facility.\nSchedule:\n6:30am-3:00pm Monday-Friday\nThis Position Is Designated As Mandatory AndMustReport Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.\nAbout Murdoch Developmental Center:\nMurdoch Developmental Center is a 24/7 state residential facility located in Butner, NC, near the Research Triangle area. Murdoch serves individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD). Murdoch is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive and functional abilities.\nTo be considered for employment, applicants must be in good standing with theNorth Carolina Health Care Personnel Registry. \nTo learn more about Murdoch Developmental Center, click the link to watch the video below:https://vimeo.com/268881255\nSupplemental Contact Information:\nDHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.\nPositions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.\nApplication Process\nBe sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.\nInformation should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.\nAnswers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the \"Work Experience\" section of the application, to support your answers.\nIf multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be\n must be submitted by 11:59pm prior to the closing date.\nDue to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account.Upon the closing date, applications are \"Under Review\" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.\nDegrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members. \nVeteran’s and National Guard Preference\nApplicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.\nApplicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.\nApplicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.\nADA Accommodations\nConsistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.\nApplicants will be communicated via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at (919) 575-1115.\nMinimum Education and Experience\nSome state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.\nEducation and/or experience in sewing that is directly related to the job and consistent with accepted practices of the trade equivalent to a least six months of experience in a commercial or institution sewing, or completion of a sewing course; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.\nEEO Statement\nThe State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. 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