Flatlock Sewist Soft Goods Detroit, MI Job Details Part-time | Full-time $18

• $21 an hour 13 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off Qualifications Machine operation Single-needle lockstitch sewing machines Stitching Industrial sewing machine Garment sewing Factory experience Full Job Description About Soft Goods Soft Goods is a knitwear-focused cut & sew factory in Corktown, Detroit, producing high quality garments for our own line and partner brands around the world.

We manage the entire process in-house and take pride in American-made craftsmanship, consistent quality, and a skilled production team that brings each piece to life. Role Overview As a Flatlock Sewist on our production team, you'll assemble knitwear garments such as tees, sweatshirts, and pants on industrial sewing equipment, with a focus on our flatlock machines. You'll follow established methods and meet daily production goals, sewing with accuracy and consistency at production speed. The role is ideally full-time at 40 hours a week, but part-time is available for the right candidate. What You'll Do

• Operate flatlock machines to sew flat seams on tees, sweatshirts, joggers and shorts.
• Sew production bundles to spec and at target rates, following tech packs and operation sheets.
• Keep seams flat, stitch tension even and edges aligned across knit weights from jersey to heavy fleece.
• Check your own work, catch defects early, and flag fabric or cutting issues to the production lead.
• Thread, adjust and do daily upkeep on your machine, including needle and looper changes.
• Help on sample and development pieces when new styles come through.
• Cross-train on overlock and coverstitch as production needs shift.
• Keep your station clean, organized and safe. What We're Looking for
• Required
• 1+ year of industrial sewing experience in a production setting.
• Hands-on experience with flatlock / flat seam machines and proficiency with an industrial serger/overlock.
• Comfortable sewing stretch knits without wavy or puckered seams.
• Good eye for detail and pride in a clean finish.
• Able to sit at a machine for extended periods and keep a steady pace.
• Lives in or can reliably commute to Detroit. Nice To Have
• Experience with industrial coverstitch machines (a strong plus) or single-needle machines.
• Background in premium knitwear.
• Basic machine troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Ability to read tech packs and spec sheets.

Pay:

$18.00

• $21.

00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person