Seamstress/Tailor

GALLS, LLC is the largest and fastest-growing supplier of uniforms and equipment to public safety professionals, with a national presence in more than 80 locations. With over 50 years in the industry, we serve America’s public safety professionals by providing the broadest selection of uniforms, equipment, and solutions combined with great customer service.

About the role

As a Tailor/Seamstress (Production Associate) at GALLS, you will be hands-on, altering the uniforms and equipment of our nation’s public safety professionals. You will ensure all measurements and fittings are completed properly, accurately, and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Read and accurately identify the customer’s needs per the Work Instruction Document
• Take necessary measurements and mark garments for alterations, with the ability to problem-solve individual sizing issues
• Operate a heat press safely and efficiently
• Perform uniform sewing, alterations, and embellishments with accuracy and efficiency, including:
  • Taking up stride
  • Lengthening/shortening tails on shirts
  • Tapering shirts
  • Adjusting waists
  • Hemming trousers
  • Mending tears
  • Replacing zippers
  • Applying patches, name strips, and striping
• Operate industrial sewing machinery and meet production deadlines
• Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Previous experience in alterations preferred (GALLS will train)
• Well-versed in industrial sewing machines preferred (GALLS will train)
• Ability to effectively read/receive work instructions in English
• Extremely detail-oriented and quality-focused
• Solid communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time, bend, stretch, twist, and lift, with or without reasonable accommodation

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage—eligible 1st day of the month after start date
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
• Generous employee discount
• Vacation and personal time
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Daily Pay: up to 50% of your pay