1. Introduction to the Institution & Department The job advertisement is posted by HBK Blanket Industries (Pvt.) Limited. HBK Blanket Industries (Pvt.) Limited is a manufacturing enterprise operating in the Blanket / Textile Processing industry. The company specializes in the large-scale production, finishing, and stitching of heavy synthetic and wool-type blankets and domestic textile products. The vacancy is posted within the Maintenance / Technical Department responsible for machine upkeep. In a textile and blanket processing facility, the mechanical maintenance department is critical for keeping industrial sewing lines, edge-binding units, overlock setups, and specialized heavy-duty stitching machinery operating smoothly to avoid costly production line shutdowns. 2. List of Posted Job Positions The advertisement specifically announces openings for a technical machinery maintenance role: Stitching Machine Mechanic 3. Position Details: Qualification, Experience & Conditions Below is a detailed breakdown of the required qualification profile, specialized machinery experience, job duties, and employment benefits for the Stitching Machine Mechanic position: Position Name Stitching Machine Mechanic Educational Qualification Preferred Qualification: Relevant technical qualification (e.g., Diploma of Associate Engineer [DAE], vocational technical certificate in mechanical trade, or equivalent technical training) is preferred. Experience Requirements Years of Experience: 4–5 years of practical experience in industrial stitching machine maintenance. Specific Machinery Expertise: Experience in maintaining and repairing specific industrial machine types, including Kansai, Flat Lock, Singer, and Overlock stitching machines. Industry Preference: Prior technical experience specifically with blanket or heavy textile stitching machinery will be given preference. Required Technical Skills & Key Responsibilities Troubleshooting & Repairs: Proficient in diagnosing mechanical faults, repairing broken or worn parts, and making precise mechanical adjustments to ensure minimum machine downtime on the factory floor. Preventive Maintenance: Performing routine, scheduled preventive maintenance checks, oiling, calibration, and fine-tuning on industrial stitching units. Operational Support: Maintaining, repairing, and adjusting heavy-duty stitching units to maintain consistent stitch quality and prevent fabric jamming during high-volume blanket manufacturing. Compensation & Employee Benefits Salary: Market Competitive Provident Fund Social Security Coverage EOBI (Employees’ Old-Age Benefits Institution) Subsidized Meal Facility Leaves per Law (statutory annual/casual leaves according to labor laws) 4. Job Location The physical location of the factory and work site is explicitly mentioned on the advertisement banner: Industrial Estate: M-3 Industrial City, FIEDMC City: Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan Note: M-3 Industrial City, developed by FIEDMC (Faisalabad Industrial Estate Development and Management Company), is one of the largest modern industrial zones in Pakistan, situated along the M-3 Motorway. 5. How to Apply & Last Date How to Apply Interested candidates who meet the technical experience requirements can apply directly via WhatsApp: Application Channel: Send your updated resume / CV via WhatsApp to: Phone Number: 0300-8587650 Last Date to Apply Deadline: No explicit calendar deadline date is printed on the recruitment flyer. Hiring for factory technical roles operates on an immediate / rolling basis. Candidates are encouraged to share their CVs via WhatsApp as soon as possible. 6. General Information & Industry Insights To help enhance your general knowledge regarding this advertisement and sector: Specialization in Blanket Stitching vs. Apparel Stitching: Industrial stitching machines used in blanket manufacturing differ significantly from standard garment-stitching setups. Blankets involve thick, high-pile plush fabrics and heavy border bindings (such as satin ribbons or thick borders). Mechanics must be skilled in adjusting thread tension, needle sizes, feed dogs, and presser foot pressure to handle high-density fabrics without breaking needles or causing thread snarls. Significance of Machine Brands (Kansai, Flat Lock, Overlock): Kansai: Renowned for multi-needle chain stitch machines, commonly used for binding borders or creating decorative, heavy-duty stitches. Flat Lock: Creates smooth, flat seams where fabric edges butt up against each other without overlapping, critical for comfortable edge seams. Overlock: Trims the edge and sews over it to prevent fraying on plush or woven fabrics. Location Advantage (FIEDMC Faisalabad): Faisalabad is widely recognized as the textile hub of Pakistan. Operating inside FIEDMC’s M-3 Industrial City provides companies like HBK Blanket Industries with state-of-the-art infrastructure, uninterrupted industrial power supplies, and access to a highly skilled textile labor pool.
