Seamstress

Canvas And Sail Loft; Beaconsfield; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Canvas and Sail Loft in Beaconsfield, QC is seeking a part-time seamstress to sew, tailor, and assemble textile and upholstery pieces for boats, cars, homes and commercial spaces. You will measure, cut fabrics, operate industrial sewing machines, perform fittings, and collaborate with the team to ensure quality.

The role involves reading work orders, maintaining a clean workspace, and sometimes discussing fittings with customers.

Qualifications

• Strong dressmaking, tailoring, and fitting skills for custom and complex textile projects.
• Effective communication and customer service skills to interact with clients and team members.
• Experience working with industrial sewing machines, cutting tools, and upholstery materials.
• Attention to detail, accuracy in measurements, and commitment to high-quality craftsmanship.
• Ability to read patterns or technical drawings and adapt designs to unique project requirements.
• Comfort working on varied projects (marine, automotive, residential, commercial) and learning new techniques.
• Ability to stand, bend, and lift materials as part of daily workshop activities.
• Previous experience in upholstery, canvas work, or a related textile trade is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Measure and cut fabrics according to work orders or designs.
• Operate industrial sewing machines to assemble textile and upholstery pieces.
• Perform fittings and adjustments to ensure proper fit and finish.
• Finish products to high-quality standards.
• Read and interpret work orders or design specifications.
• Collaborate with team on complex or custom projects.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Interact with customers to discuss fittings, adjustments, and timelines.

Skills

Dressmaking & tailoring

Customer service

Attention to detail

Reading patterns/technical drawings

Multi-project adaptability

Tools

Industrial sewing machines

Cutting tools

Upholstery materials handling

Job description

Company Description Canvas and Sail Loft is a bespoke textile and upholstery shop serving a wide range of industries including marine, automotive, RVs, residential, commercial, and aviation. The team collaborates closely with customers on design, then manages manufacturing, installation, and repairs to deliver complete, customized solutions. Projects range from boat cushions, covers, and sails to vehicle interiors, RV awnings, custom home furnishings, and commercial seating. The workshop also handles oversized foam and textile projects, providing a true one-stop shop for specialized upholstery and canvas work. This environment offers hands-on, varied work for individuals who enjoy craftsmanship and custom fabrication.

Role Description This is a part-time, on-site Seamstress role based in Beaconsfield, QC. The Seamstress will sew, tailor, and assemble a variety of textile and upholstery products, including cushions, covers, seats, curtains, and custom pieces for boats, cars, RVs, homes, and commercial spaces. Daily tasks include measuring and cutting fabrics, operating industrial sewing machines, performing fittings and adjustments, and finishing products to quality standards. The role involves reading and interpreting work orders or design specifications, collaborating with the team on complex or custom projects, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The Seamstress will also interact with customers as needed to discuss fittings, minor design adjustments, and timelines.

Qualifications

• Strong dressmaking, tailoring, and fitting skills for custom and complex textile projects
• Effective communication and customer service skills to interact with clients and team members
• Experience working with industrial sewing machines, cutting tools, and upholstery materials
• Attention to detail, accuracy in measurements, and commitment to high-quality craftsmanship
• Ability to read patterns or technical drawings and adapt designs to unique project requirements
• Comfort working on varied projects (marine, automotive, residential, commercial) and learning new techniques
• Ability to stand, bend, and lift materials as part of daily workshop activities
• Previous experience in upholstery, canvas work, or a related textile trade is an asset