Sewer - Costura

Position Overview We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Canopy & Curtains Sewer to join our production team. What we need is someone who knows how to sew, works carefully with fabric, and takes pride in producing a clean, precise finish. If you have experience at a sewing machine and an eye for quality, we want to meet you. What You'll Be Doing Cutting and sewing fabric panels for canopies, curtains, fabric walls, valances, and eaves Operating industrial sewing machines, single needle, double needle, and/or Merrow (overlock), to join, hem, and finish high-performance textile pieces Working with premium marine-grade fabrics and UV-stable, high-performance threads Following pattern layouts and cut lines to produce precise, crisp-fitting canopy shapes Attaching finishing elements such as Velcro tabs, rings, and curtain hardware Inspecting completed fabric pieces for stitch quality, alignment, and overall finish Handling fabric with care to avoid pulling, distortion, or surface damage What We're Looking For Sewing machine knowledge — experience operating industrial sewing machines is required. Familiarity with any of the following: Single needle machine — standard straight‑stitch sewing for seams and panels Double needle machine — parallel stitching for reinforced seams and decorative finishing Merrow machine (overlock) — edge finishing and seam overlocking — a plus! Fabric cutting a PLUS — ability to cut fabric accurately using patterns, rulers, or guidelines Seam quality — consistent, straight stitching with clean seam allowances and no puckering Material handling — experience working with heavy or technical fabrics without distorting or damaging them Attention to detail — a sharp eye for alignment, tension, and finish quality Ability to follow instructions — can work from diagrams, patterns, or verbal direction Reliability & consistency — produces uniform results across repeated tasks throughout the workday Physical ability — able to lift 45‑50 lbs. Pull, push, lift fabric in a regular basis. Nice to Have (Not Required) Merrow / overlock machine experience, edge finishing on heavy fabrics Prior experience in upholstery, sailmaking, marine canvas, or outdoor furniture fabric Experience sewing with heavy‑duty thread on thick or layered materials Knowledge of Velcro, ring, or grommet attachment techniques Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus Working Conditions Indoor production facility in Miami, FL Standing and seated work at sewing stations throughout the shift Handling fabric panels of various sizes, including large canopy sections #J-18808-Ljbffr Tuuci