Sewing Associate – Flag Repair & Fabric Work

About the role

This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys working independently, takes pride in neat work, and understands that details matter. You do not need to know everything about flags — we can teach that — but you must be comfortable using a sewing machine and working with fabric.

Responsibilities

• Repairing American flags, state flags, custom flags, and specialty flags
• Sewing hems, fly ends, headers, patches, and reinforcements
• Replacing or repairing grommets, rope, snaps, and other flag hardware
• Inspecting flags to determine whether they can be repaired
• Measuring, cutting, folding, and preparing fabric
• Keeping sewing work clean, accurate, and professional
• Following written instructions and job notes
• Helping keep the sewing area organized and stocked
• Communicating when materials, thread, hardware, or supplies are low
• Making sure finished repairs are neat, strong, and ready to return to the customer
• For full-time work, assisting in our inventory room

Requirements

• Experienced with a sewing machine
• Comfortable working with large pieces of fabric
• Detail-oriented and patient
• Dependable and able to work without constant supervision
• Able to follow instructions carefully
• Honest about mistakes and willing to learn
• Comfortable standing, bending, folding, and handling flags
• Respectful of American flags and other customer-owned items

Physical Requirements

• Standing or sitting for extended periods
• Handling large flags and fabric
• Lifting and moving materials as needed
• Repetitive hand and arm movement
• Good eyesight for stitching, measuring, and quality check

About Us

Flagpoles Etc. has been serving customers since 1991. We sell, service, install, and repair flagpoles and flags for homeowners, businesses, municipalities, schools, and organizations across the country. We take pride in quality work, American-made products, and treating customer property with care.