Seamstress/Sewer
hace 14 días
Kenilworth
Job DescriptionSalary: Per Diem | $17/hour Join the Team Behind the Leotard Gymnasts Love Now Hiring: Per Diem | Seamstress/Sewer Plum is a New Jersey-based innovator in gymnastics apparel, proudly designing and producing colorful, comfortable, and affordable leotards that deliver confidence, durability, and style to athletes at every level. Founded in 2011, we believe every gymnast is a champion from day oneand we design our collections to celebrate that journey. Our in-house Product Design and Production team is based in our New Jersey office, and much of our production takes place right here on the East Coast. Were known for our limited-edition runs and quarterly product drops that keep gymnasts and pro shops stocked with trendy, ready-to-ship gear. Were currently seeking a Seamstress/Sewer to join our team. This role is responsible for sewing product samples and small production runs from provided patterns. Working closely with our design team, youll help refine patterns and ensure each garment is made with care, precision, and manufacturability in mind. This position requires: • Strong sewing and garment construction skills, • Attention to detail and craftsmanship, • Clear communication and a collaborative mindset Essential Job Functions Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Construct top-quality sample garments of new and current design samples., • Construct top-quality small production runs., • Sew using industrial sewing machines: straight-needle, serger, double-needle, and cover-stitch machines., • Sew different hems, pockets, shirring, and setting binding with rubber or elastics., • Understand design specifications and the ability to read tech packs to determine the step-by-step order of operations needed to execute., • Work closely with the design development team to provide input and suggestions to improve productivity and product quality., • Measuring garment specifications, • Support the team as needed with areas such as fit, measurements, specs, construction, and other related tasks. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Minimum Job Qualifications • Experience working in the apparel manufacturing industry, specifically with swimwear, intimates, and activewear., • Ability to receive projects and process promptly while understanding priority needs and meeting deadlines., • High level of attention to detail in sewing, finishing, and completing samples., • Must be at least 18 years of age., • Must be able to work independently with minimal guidance., • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively., • Must have reliable transportation., • Ability to speak, read, and write English., • Proficiency with basic computer functions (email, time tracking, document retrieval, etc.), • Ability to remain at the workstation for extended periods., • Ability to move equipment and inventory weighing up to 20 pounds., • Ability to maintain a composed and professional demeanorwithin a flexible and (at times noisy) work environment., • Ability to move throughout all areas of the facility, including but not limited to distribution, office areas, and manufacturing environments, including the outside perimeter of the building., • Ability to move throughout gymnasiums and event floors., • Visual acuity corrected to perform job functions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors prohibited by law.
