PPE Care Sewer/Seamstress (Kent)
About The Position
CURTIS PPE Care is seeking a detail-oriented, results-driven Sewer Seamstress to join our team in Kent, WA. This role is focused on repairing, altering, and adding accessory items to PPE elements, as well as producing finished goods such as letter patches, hose straps, and gear bags. We specialize in inspecting, cleaning, and repairing PPE with unmatched precision and professionalism, and offer expert aftermarket alterations, modifications, and custom accessories to keep gear performing at its best. Providing support services for personal protective ensembles is our only business, and we take great pride in doing it well.
Requirements
- Strong sewing ability.
- Prior work history with heavy fabric and hardware.
- Lifting and handling elements that can weigh up to 10 pounds each.
- Able to speak, read, write and comprehend English.
- Ability to consistently meet deadlines.
- Willingness to learn and be flexible.
- Strong Work Ethic.
- Demonstrated good judgment and a high degree of integrity.
- Self-starter with willingness to do whatever is necessary to support the team.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual preferred
- Knowledge and experience with various fabrics and materials used for personal protective ensemble elements.
- Experience with various industrial sewing machines.
- Experience with pattern creation and alterations with heavy fabrics.
Responsibilities
- Perform repairs and alterations, and add accessory items to personal protective ensemble elements.
- Follow established patterns and specifications, as well as create new patterns and specifications as necessary.
- Contribute to the production of finished goods such as letter patches, hose straps, shrouds, gear bags and other items.
- Alter sizing on uniforms.
- Sew utilizing all available industrial sewing machines.
- Remove and install patches on uniforms.
- Learn NFPA 1850 and other industry standards and how they relate to our processes and procedures.
- Maintain accurate sewing logs.
- Assist with the check-in of new fabric, materials, hardware, etc.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – health and dependent care
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Commuter benefits
- Wellness plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
