Sewing Associate – Needlepoint Finishing Position Available In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Sewing Associate – Needlepoint Finishing Rittenhouse Needlepoint – 1.0 Philadelphia, PA Job Details Part-time | Full-time From $18 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off On-the-job training Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Referral program Qualifications Sewing Customer service Basic math English Color theory Assembly Project management Sewing machine Manufacturing Factory experience Arts Garment construction Communication skills Entry level Time management Full Job Description Do you have experience in hand and machine sewing? Are you looking to join a heritage Philadelphia craft business that has rebranded? Do you appreciate handcrafted items and want to be a part of a growing industry? Are you wanting to be a part of a team that allows you to use your creativity and artistic skills? Rittenhouse Needlepoint has relaunched under new ownership and management. We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic and creative individuals to join the rapidly growing team. We seek to expand awareness of the world of fiber arts and create a space where everyone is welcome to learn. We need individuals who are eager to grow with a company and contribute to a team environment.

Job Title:

Finishing/sewing Associate Direct Reports:

None Summary :

The Finishing Associate is an essential member of the needlepoint community, especially at Rittenhouse Needlepoint. This role brings needlepoint to life by transforming stitched canvases to final heirloom items. The finishing associate contributes to the success of RNP’s sales goals and acheives their goals through time management & planning, production standards and clear communication. Their work is the final representation of hours of work by the client and the rest of the RNP team.

Essential Functions:

Finishing:

Produce neat, consistent and aesthetically pleasing finished products while meeting agreed upon time requirements. Conform with all finishing templates. Use hand & machine sewing techniques, wood blocking, gluing, stuffing and other techniques to create items like pillows, stockings, ornaments, bricks, framed panels, 3D items, gussets, fabric frames, etc. Clean, repair and restore client’s work as needed. Display a high level of understanding of the color pallet in needlepoint and appropriately match finishing. Make suggestions as needed when clients require assistance. Contribute to the company’s sales objectives through consistent personal goal achievement and supporting the goals of the finishing department. Focus on metrics including personal productivity, support the department in tracking and achieving goals. Model exemplary finishing techniques and customer service. Work as a team.

Customer Service:

Bring the RNP mission and core values to life in the client experience. Effectively communicate with clients and team members to consistently deliver a high quality product. Bring ideas to the conversation about new product offerings and client requests to support company goals. Identify and partner with others on any client issues as they arise.

HR:

Partner with the team lead & other leaders in training others on all aspects of their job responsibilities including customer service, sewing finishing, company history, product knowledge, and store operations. Support in motivating others to foster a positive work environment that is a friendly, service-oriented atmosphere. Attend monthly store meetings.

Operations:

Ensure that all finishing directives are implemented according to company standards while fulfilling client requests. Practice time management, planning, prioritizing and work independently to achieve goals. Ensure all administrative responsibilities are completed promptly and accurately. Support the office filing and in-store communication system. Maintain a consistently clean and well-maintained workspace. Ensure all fabric and finishing supplies are stocked and well arranged in an orderly manner. Take proper care to clean and maintain all equipment in good condition. Support company safety and abide by local, state, and federal regulations. Utilize maintenance checklists to validate that standards are consistently being met. Identify and present operational issues and concerns with the manager. Perform other duties as directed by the team lead or other leaders.

Inventory:

Ensure fabric and finishing supplies are stocked and replenished as needed. Follow SOPs to ensure all supplies are accounted for with accuracy.

Requirements and Skills :

Previous experience in sewing, art, or design Strong hand and machine sewing skills with in-depth knowledge of art and design Strong color sense and ability to color match Ability to organize and prioritize Proven ability of good listening, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, effective and timely communication, reflecting an appropriate sense of urgency. Must be able to maintain a high level of decorum when handling clients. Ability to problem solve and to offer solutions and ideas Ability to build and maintain productive relationships with other team members and outside vendors. Proficiency to learn required software programs including Google Workspace. Strong work ethic with a commitment to achieving targeted objectives Show enthusiasm, passion and care for clients and RNP Interest in needlecrafts and understanding of RNP positioning within the craft world Must have employment authorization to work lawfully in the United States. Ability to perform tasks in a stationary position for an extended period during business hours, able to lift boxes/files of weights less than 25 lbs

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person