What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seamstress / Sewist position at Hive Collective?
Hive Collective is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Seamstress to join our team. This role requires expertise in custom sewing, alterations, and embroidery, with opportunities to support various Hive Collective businesses, including Hive Bed & Bath, Hive for Kids, Hive for Her and Him, and our Home & Gift locations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for craftsmanship and thrive in a collaborative, innovative, and customer-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform custom sewing and alterations for garments, soft furnishings, and textiles to meet the needs of our diverse retail and client offerings.
- Take accurate measurements for clothing alterations and custom-fit projects.
- Execute hand and machine embroidery to enhance designs and personalize items for customers.
- Create and repair products across Hive businesses, including bedding, bath linens, children’s items, and apparel.
- Collaborate with team members to provide creative input and fulfill custom requests for Hive Collective’s unique product lines.
- Maintain and troubleshoot sewing and embroidery equipment as necessary to ensure high-quality results.
- Assist in crafting bespoke items for seasonal collections, special events, or promotional campaigns across our business segments.
- Organize and manage projects to meet deadlines and maintain consistency in quality.
- Provide exceptional customer service by understanding client needs and delivering tailored solutions.
- Demonstrate honest and ethical behavior.
- Record all time worked promptly and accurately.
- Follow all safety guidelines.
- Safeguard sensitive, private, and confidential information
Why Join Hive Collective?
Hive Collective offers a unique opportunity to work in a creative and collaborative environment dedicated to exceptional quality. Our values—God, family, and work—guide our commitment to supporting our team members, customers, and community. As a Seamstress at Hive Collective, you will contribute to our vision by crafting bespoke designs and supporting the distinctive needs of our Bed & Bath, Kids, Apparel, and Home & Gift businesses.
Benefits For You:
- Dynamic and supportive work environment that values and prioritizes God, family, and work.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Engaging and collaborative company culture
- 50% Hive Collective employee discount to you and immediate family members
- Holidays off; No work on Sundays
Competencies:
- Expertise in sewing, alterations, and garment construction
- Proficiency with embroidery techniques and equipment
- Strong understanding of textiles and patterns
- Precision in taking and interpreting measurements
- High attention to detail and craftsmanship
- Effective time management and organizational skills
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities
- Creative problem-solving and adaptability to meet client needs
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a seamstress, tailor, or similar role, with a strong portfolio showcasing diverse sewing and embroidery work.
- Proficiency in using industrial sewing machines, embroidery machines, and hand-sewing tools.
- Strong knowledge of textiles, garment construction, and patternmaking.
- Expertise in taking and interpreting measurements for alterations and custom fits.
- Keen eye for detail and a commitment to high-quality craftsmanship.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills to support multiple Hive businesses.
- Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with team members and engage with customers.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a design, retail, or gift-focused environment.
- Background in creating custom home textiles such as bedding, curtains, or pillows.
- Familiarity with digital embroidery software or advanced embroidery techniques.
