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About Elegant Packaging To the customer, the way a package looks speaks volumes about the quality inside. Premium packaging can create value and provide an everlasting impression. Elegant Packaging is a custom manufacturer of retail, promotional, luxury, and high-volume packaging solutions. Sewing Sample Maker The sample maker is responsible for transforming design concepts, sketches, and technical specifications into physical, high-quality product samples and prototypes. The role bridges the gap between design and production by creating the first-article samples, testing material, and identifying manufacturing efficiencies before full-scale production begins. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical hands-on skills, exceptional attention to detail, and experience working with raw materials and sewing machines. Core Responsibilities Sew, assemble, and finish complete pre-production samples from start to finish based on tech packs, patterns, and fabric specifications Evaluate the ease of assembly during the sample phase; identify potential sewing bottlenecks or construction flaws and recommend modifications to improve mass production efficiency. Competently operate a variety of industrial sewing machinery (e.g., single needle, overlock, walking foot, AMS, Cylinder Machine, and Die Cutters) and apply advanced construction techniques. Inspect finished samples for measurement accuracy, stitching defects, and proper tension to ensure strict adherence to design and fit standards.

Key Skills and Qualifications Expert Sewing Skills :

Proficiency in operating a wide range of industrial sewing machines and knowledge of various sewing techniques and garment construction. Attention to

Detail :

Meticulous craftsmanship to ensure samples are precise and meet high-quality standards.

Problem-Solving :

Ability to identify and troubleshoot issues with patterns, fit, or fabric behavior and suggest effective solutions.

Technical Knowledge :

Understanding of different fabric types and weights, pattern making principles (pattern making experience is often a preferred qualification), and technical documentation.

Communication :

Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with various team members and articulate technical problems or suggestions.

Time Management :

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines. Bi-Lingual - English and Spanish Required Skills & Qualifications 5-10 years of experience working in Sewing Factory or Advanced Sewer in a commercial sewing factory. Proven track record of sewing a complete product from Start to Finish, by yourself, rather than just doing a single repetitive step on an assembly line. Proven experience handling different types of fabrics and knowing how to adjust machine tension and needles. The ability to look at a flat pattern or technical design sheet and immediately know the correct sequence of assembly without step-by-step instructions. Multi-machine literacy, minimum capability to set up, thread, troubleshoot, and operate set up Walking Foot, Cylinder and Automated Sewing Machine Equipment. Basic Technical Reading, the ability to read, comprehend, and follow written measurement charges, labels and basic tech spec arrows. Measurement Accuracy, ability to read standard ruler or tape measure accurately down to 1/8" to verify specifications. Fabric Identification, the ability to distinguish between basic fabric structures to ensure they are using the correct needle to prevent damage of materials. Light Lifting, ability to occasionally lift and carry fabric rolls, bundles, or storage bins weight up to 30-50 LBS. Repetitive Motion, high tolerance for repetitive upper-extremity movements, pulling and guiding materials with hands, wrists and arms.

Manual Dexterity & Fine Motor Skills Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person