Alterations (Sewing & Garment Specialist)

Integrity Staffing; Phillipsburg (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Skill development opportunities

Quality-focused environment

Job summary

Integrity Staffing is hiring for an Alterations (Sewing & Garment Specialist) in Phillipsburg, NJ. The role focuses on detailed garment alterations, repairs, and quality inspections with emphasis on fabric work and sewing.

Shifts run Monday 6am–2:30pm and Tue–Fri 11am–7:30pm, with a pay rate of $19/hour. Candidates should have sewing machine experience, fabric handling skills, and attention to detail; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with sewing machines; industrial experience preferred, especially JUKI machines.
• Experience handling polyester, cotton, denim fabrics.
• Proficiency in stitching techniques (hidden, cutoff, visible, chain).
• Experience with fabric cutting (manual and electric).
• Attention to detail and craftsmanship mindset.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform garment alterations and repairs on bottoms (pants, jeans, etc.).
• Operate sewing equipment to produce high-quality modifications.
• Conduct detailed quality inspections on fabric, stitching, and garment construction.
• Execute alterations including hemming, resizing, and seam adjustments.
• Use hand tools and electric cutters for fabric cutting.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety at the workstation.
• Follow SOPs and quality control procedures.

Skills

Sewing machine experience

Attention to detail

Fabric handling

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tools

JUKI sewing machines

Job description

Now hiring an Alterations (Sewing & Garment Specialist) in the Alterations Department in Phillipsburg, NJ.Workin a fast-paced, quality-driven environment from Mondays 6am to 230pm and Tuesday to Friday11am to 7:30pm. Pay rate is $19/hour, with an emphasis on garment modifications, repairs, and quality inspections, especially on bottoms like pants and jeans. Sewing machine experience, attention to detail, and fabric handling skills are essential, with bilingual abilities a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Opportunities for skill development in garment alteration and craftsmanship
• Engaging work environment focused on precision and quality

About the Role

The Alterations Department Associate is responsible for performing detailed garment alterations, repairs, and quality inspections with a focus on fabric work and sewing. This role involves executing alterations such as hemming, resizing, seam adjustments, and repairs, ensuring all products meet client specifications and quality standards.

Pay Rate

$19/hour

Shift Schedule

• Monday 6 am to 230pm
• Tuesday to Thursday 11am to 730pm

Key Responsibilities

• Perform garment alterations and repairs on bottoms (pants, jeans, etc.)
• Operate sewing equipment to produce high-quality modifications
• Conduct detailed quality inspections on fabric, stitching, and garment construction
• Execute alterations including hemming, resizing, and seam adjustments
• Use hand tools and electric cutters for fabric cutting
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety at the workstation
• Follow SOPs and quality control procedures

Key Requirements

• Hands-on experience with sewing machines (industrial experience preferred, especially JUKI machines)
• Experience working with polyester, cotton, denim fabrics
• Proficiency in various stitching techniques such as hidden stitch, cutoff stitch, visible stitch, chain stitch
• Experience with fabric cutting (manual and electric)
• Attention to detail and craftsmanship mindset
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and handle repetitive motions

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