Uniform Alterations Specialist — Sewing & Fit Expert

Navy Exchange Service Command; Illinois; On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Navy Exchange Service Command is seeking a Fabric Worker in the Great Lakes area. The role focuses on alterations, repairs, and proper placement of military insignia on uniforms.

It involves measuring garments and ensuring correct fit, with responsibilities including sewing and maintaining cleanliness in the work area. The position offers full-time hours with benefits starting day one and a competitive federal pay scale.

Qualifications

• General experience in alterations and repair of clothing (1 year).
• Specialized experience operating a sewing machine for alterations and repairs (1 year).
• Must be a U.S. citizen or have resided in the U.S. for three years.

Responsibilities

• Modify, alter, and repair uniforms and garments including measurements for proper fit.
• Measure body dimensions and ensure correct placement of insignia, medals, and ribbons.
• Operate sewing machine and maintain a clean, orderly work area.

Skills

Sewing machine operation

Alterations and repairs

Garment measurements

Education

High school education or GED

Tools

Sewing machine

Job description

Navy Exchange Service Command is seeking a Fabric Worker in the Great Lakes area. The role focuses on alterations, repairs, and proper placement of military insignia on uniforms.

It involves measuring garments and ensuring correct fit, with responsibilities including sewing and maintaining cleanliness in the work area. The position offers full-time hours with benefits starting day one and a competitive federal pay scale.