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Fabric Worker PT w/Benefits

NAVY EXCHANGE SERVICE COMMAND (NEXCOM) · Silverdale, WA · 1 mo ago
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Eligible for a $1000 hiring incentive (must meet eligibility requirements).

About the role

We are an enthusiastic and driven team supporting a high-volume store, who push ourselves and those around us to develop personally and professionally, every single day. As a Fabric Worker (Tailor) at the Navy Exchange in Silverdale, WA, you will perform a variety of tasks involving alterations and repairs to uniform and civilian garments, directly supporting our military patrons and their families.

Responsibilities

  • Mounts medals and sews items on uniforms as appropriate.
  • Makes alterations and repairs to uniform and civilian garments.
  • Takes customer body measurements to ensure proper garment fit.
  • Measures the correct placement of items to be affixed, marks, trims, bastes, and presses upon completion.
  • Operates a sewing machine.

Requirements

  • One year of experience in the use of a sewing machine to perform alterations and repairs to garments.
  • Must be able to pass appropriate background checks needed for the specific area of responsibility (e.g., Federal DOD Security Clearance).

Qualifications

General Experience

One year of experience that provided the applicant with knowledge and skill to carry out basic modifications, alterations, and repair of clothing.

Substitution of Education for Experience

One year of high school education may be substituted for 3 months of general experience, up to a High School Diploma or GED for one year of general experience.

Specialized Experience

One year of experience that provided the applicant with the knowledge and skill in the use of a sewing machine to perform alterations and repairs to garments, such as:

  • Pinning and basting.
  • Trimming, lengthening, and shortening sleeves.
  • Taking in and letting out waists of jackets.
  • Replacing zippers.
  • Lowering collars.
  • Replacing pockets.
  • Shortening and lengthening pants.
  • Tapering skirts.
  • Sewing on ratings and stripes.

Physical Requirements

  • Usually stands, stoops, bends, and kneels to measure and mark items being altered.
  • Sits for long periods while operating a sewing machine or doing hand sewing.
  • Continual use of hands, arms, and fingers is required in sewing and using shears.

Benefits

Benefits begin on day one and include:

  • Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
  • 401(k) and pension plan.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Sick and annual leave accruals.
  • Tuition reimbursement program.
  • Continuity of Employment Programs for Military Spouses.
  • Tax-free shopping worldwide at any Navy Exchange location.
  • Access to on-base amenities, including lodging, bowling, gym, movie theaters, and more (where available).
  • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), including LifeMart Discount Savings Program.

Schedule

Part-time (20 - 34.5 hours).

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