Seamstress
2 days ago
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Metro Supply Chain is a strategic supply chain solutions partner to some of the world’s fastest growing and most reputable organizations. For 50 years, it has excelled at tailoring integrated, data-driven solutions, fueled by advanced systems and technology, that fulfill complex and challenging distribution needs. Managing 19 million square feet operating out of more than 175 sites across North America and Europe with a team of 9,000, it is one of Canada’s largest privately owned supply chain solutions companies. Metro Supply Chain is a 2024 winner of the Canada’s Best Managed Companies program, recognized for its strategic expertise, culture of innovation and commitment to its people and local communities.
**Job Title**: Seamstress
**Shift**: Mon to Fri ; 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm (Flexibility expected)
Summary
Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, Seamstress is responsible to perform tasks of sew, alter, and repair clothing and other items in the workshop department. Additionally, perform other warehouse tasks in the workshop area to support the business requirements.
**Responsibilities**:
- Fit, alter and repair all kinds of garments as required
- Operate sewing machines or sew by hand
- Ensuring that sewing machines and other equipment are in good working order.
- Mark, cut and sew fabric
- Labeling customers' garments and articles and recording the alterations required.
- Altering or repairing customers' garments and other articles, which includes hemming, mending, lengthening, as well as taking in and letting out seams
- Responsible to perform other warehouse tasks ensuring customer service standards are met.
- Using irons and jolly machines to erase the creases on garments and other articles
Education & Experience
- Some High School, preferably a High School Diploma or professional course in sewing.
- Atleast one year of proven sewing experience
Skillset & Work Capabilities Required
- Attention to detail
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Ability to distinguish between colors
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
Why Join Us
- Work in an environment where safety is our first priority
- The opportunity to build a career with a growing company
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
- Life and disability insurance
- Wellness programs to support your family’s well-being
- A Retirement Savings Program with a company match
- Company team wear allowance
- Employee Appreciation Day
- Company sponsored social events
- Community volunteering
Should you require accommodation for a special ability or need during the recruitment process, please reach out to a member of our Human Resources Team.