Sewer Seamstress (Alterations)

This position is responsible for repairing, altering and adding accessory items to uniforms and outerwear. This position provides support to the processing department as necessary to meet company objectives.

Pay Rate: $18.00 - 19.00 / hour

Duties and Responsibilities to include:

• Sew utilizing all available industrial sewing machines.
• Follow established patterns and specifications, and create new patterns and specifications as necessary.
• Follow established processes and procedures.
• Perform repairs and alterations and add accessory items to uniforms and outerwear.
• Use handheld hardware and tools as necessary. 
• Maintain accurate sewing logs.
• Assist with the check-in of new fabric, materials, hardware, etc.
• Assist with material inventory counts.
• Maintain well-organized and clean work spaces.
• Communicate with sewing lead and/or facility manager to reorder materials and supplies. 
• Assist with facility cleaning. 
• Cooperate and share information with team members.
• Continuously educate yourself.
• Be curious.
• Be passionate.
• Participate in and contribute to group projects.
• Train team members as requested by the store manager.  
• Other duties as assigned by management to address and provide effective support of company mission, values and goals.

Pre-requisite Core Competencies

• Capable of working with heavy fabric and hardware.
• Capable of following established patterns and specifications.
• Capable of lifting and handling elements that can weigh up to 10 pounds each.
• Sewing machine operation.
• Willingness to learn and be flexible.
• Strong work ethic.
• Proven attention to detail.
• Self-starter with willingness to do whatever is necessary to support the team.
• Demonstrated good judgement and a high degree of integrity.
• A history of continuing professional and personal development.

Skills Required

• Strong sewing ability.
• Must be able to speak, read, write and comprehend English.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Team oriented and respectful.
• Strong attention to detail.

Experience Required

• Proven sewing experience.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Work history in sewing on various industrial sewing machines.
• Sewing in an environment where meeting quick turnaround times is critical.
• Knowledge and experience with various fabrics and materials.
• Embroidery experience.

Experience Preferred

• Experience with various industrial sewing machines.
• Experience creating patterns.
• Experience with alterations using heavy fabrics.
• Experience sewing finished goods.

We currently offer a generous benefit package to regular full-time employees that includes: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long term disability, flexible spending plan, 401 (k) retirement plan, commuter plan, wellness program, etc.

About Us

Curtis Blue Line is the Law Enforcement Division of L.N. Curtis and sons, a privately held family owned corporation established in 1929. Curtis Blue Line supplies law enforcement agencies with uniforms and equipment from 9 retail centers in the Western United States. Headquartered in Walnut Creek, CA, retail centers are located in Salt Lake City, Utah; West Sacramento, CA; Dublin, CA; Santa Fe Springs, CA; Kent, WA; Tigard, OR; Boise, ID, Phoenix, AZ, and Denver, CO. First class service and friendly relationship oriented sales are a priority for all team members of Curtis Blue Line.

L.N. Curtis & sons is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Additionally, L.N. Curtis & sons participates in the E-Verify program as required by law. You may view our Equal Employment, Pay Transparency and E-Verify notices at .