Hand Presser

Tom James Company; Pilot Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tom James / Brown & Church is seeking a Hand Presser at our Pilot Mountain, NC location to operate a steam iron and press garments with careful attention to fabric types and quality standards.

Responsibilities include adjusting settings for various fabrics, inspecting finished items for defects, and maintaining pressing equipment. The role supports our American-made neckwear production and requires steady, detail-focused work in a production environment.

Qualifications

• Experience identifying fabric defects and quality issues.
• Ability to judge correct settings for different materials.
• Good hand skills for delicate fabrics.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions and sit/stand for long periods.
• Work in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a manual steam iron to press garments.
• Inspect for stains, damage, and fabric defects; measure finished product to ensure it meets qualifications.
• Adjust temperature, steam, and pressure settings for different fabrics (silk, wool, etc.).
• Clean and maintain pressing equipment and work area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Fabric knowledge

Manual dexterity

Stamina for standing

Quality inspection

Job description

Tom James is the world’s largest manufacturer and retailer of made-to-order clothing and the engine behind one of the most established tailored clothing brands. As one of the few remaining vertically integrated clothing retailers-controlling the entire manufacturing process ‘from sheep to suit’ – we offer unparalleled value to those with an eye for quality.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, proactive individual to join our team at our Brown & Church location in Pilot Mountain, NC. Brown & Church, a division of Tom James Company, isan American-made neckwear company that produces ties, bow ties, and pocket squares by hand in North Carolina. Established in 1976, the company has a history that includes the legacy of classic neckwear brands like Keys & Lockwood. They emphasize their artisan production, high-quality materials, and connection to American manufacturing heritage.

We are seeking a Hand Presser to operate a steam iron to smooth, shape, and remove wrinkles from garments or textiles, requiring attention to detail, knowledge of fabrics, and physical stamina to handle machines and materials, focusing on tasks like setting controls, inspecting for defects, and preparing finished items to move to the next operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate a manual steam iron to press garments
• Inspect for stains, damage, and fabric defects; measure finished product to ensure it meets qualifications
• Adjust temperature, steam, and pressure settings for different fabrics (silk, wool, etc.)
• Clean and maintain pressing equipment and work area

Essential Skills and Requirements

• Attention to detail - identify defects and ensure quality
• Ability to judge correct settings for different materials
• Good hand skills for delicate fabrics
• Ability to perform repetitive motions and sit/stand for long periods of time
• Ability to work in a fast-paces, production-driven environment

Tom James / Brown & Church is an industry leader, and we have grown steadily every year we’ve been in business. Our worldwide team is made up of smart, dedicated, interesting people who make terrific coworkers. We offer a competitive starting salary, an outstanding benefits package including paid vacation and holidays, medical, dental, and vision insurance, short- & long-term disability, and a pension plan.