Tailor
$31,200–$31,200 year
On-siteBedford, Texas, United States
Bedford, Texas, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$31,200–$31,200 yearMedium
Full TimeMedium
Job Summary
Design, sew, and assemble uniforms for first responder groups and municipal organizations based on client specifications and workorder instructions. Perform alterations, repairs, and customizations including zippers, patches, and stripes while accurately measuring clients and advising on fabric choices. Inspect finished garments for quality and durability, maintain sewing equipment, and manage inventory of supplies. Meet production deadlines and provide cost estimates to clients. Requires bilingual skills, 2+ years of tailoring experience, and ability to work under pressure.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience as a tailor or seamstress, preferably with a focus on uniform creation and alterations.
- Proficiency in sewing, stitching, and fabric manipulation techniques.
- Understanding of different types of designs, fabrics, threads, and sewing equipment.
- Knowledge of safety guidelines when working with sewing machinery and tools.
- Must be able to multitask, prioritize, and work under deadlines/pressure.
- A great understanding of feeding a thread through machine guides.
- Ability to pick the correct tool or equipment needed to do a job
- Familiarity in adjusting machine functions depending on the type of fabric being used
- Experience in selecting the proper thread to use for certain types of materials
- Ability to apply pins and markings to the fabric from different types of designs
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required
- Bilingual (English and Spanish)
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in the tailoring industry
Desired Qualifications
- Strong attention to detail and precision in measurements and sewing.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrates self-confidence
- Self-starter - takes the initiative.
- Follow through
- High level of integrity
- Customer service mindset with excellent interpersonal skills
- Formal training or certification in tailoring or fashion design is preferred.
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