Garment Production Sewing Contractor (Part-time)

We are looking for an advanced, experienced production sewer to join our team for a part time, 6 month contract, with the potential to extend. As a member of our Product team, your primary responsibility will be to handle sample making and finishing of customer products using our revolutionary circular-woven textiles. We're looking for someone with experience in industrial apparel production, patterns, and someone excited about the challenges and rewards of joining a startup.

About us

unspun is a fashion tech BCorp that has invented 3D weaving for apparel. Our goal is to eliminate waste in the fashion industry, enable on-demand production, and reduce global emissions by 1% using their novel technology. .

We’ve developed a 3D weaving machine and are turning those outputs into beautiful products. If you love complex sewing and patterning, we’d love to talk!

About you

You enjoy producing beautiful, top quality garments, working in a fast-paced and early-stage R&D environment. You thrive as part of a team, and are extremely detailed oriented and focused. Your work is top quality and are a great communicator.

What you’ll do

• Sewing and Construction:
• Operate industrial sewing machines and other equipment with a high degree of proficiency to sew garments according to provided patterns and instructions.
• Ensure impeccable stitching, precise seam allowances, and flawless finishing details that meet or exceed the most stringent quality standards.
• Sew various fabric types of fabrics (including but not limited to denim, looser weave wovens, among other materials), while demonstrating mastery of techniques for each material.
• Execute quality checks on completed garments and after each step. Utilize your seasoned eye for detail to identify and promptly rectify any stitching or construction imperfections.

• Cutting and Material Management:
• Display expert-level precision in cutting and preparing fabric and materials for sewing, adhering to provided patterns and guidelines.
• Exhibit resourcefulness in monitoring and addressing any material shortages or anomalies, ensuring the seamless flow of the production process.

Ideal Qualities

• Impeccable attention to detail that stems from years of honed skill, translating to consistent delivery of unparalleled quality.
• Proficiency in interpreting and implementing sewing patterns, technical drawings, and instructions.
• An enthusiasm for creative problem-solving, both collaboratively and autonomously. Highly effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Exemplary time management abilities, able to manage deadlines and optimize for efficiency.
• Adaptability to accommodate fluctuations in the production process and workload.
• A strong work ethic, characterized by reliability, punctuality, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

Please note: a portfolio or comprehensive collection of past sewing work is expected to be provided during the application process. There will also be an on-site sewing proficiency test.

Benefits

We are flexible on hourly commitment, targeting 3 days a week with 6-8 hours a day. This is a 1099 contract position for a proposed length of 6 months, with the possibility of it converting to a full time role. The pay range is $30-40/hour, based on skill level.