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If you have a keen eye for detail and enjoy working in a creative environment, we would love to hear from you.\n\n*Responsibilities*\n\n* Operate industrial sewing machines and other equipment to manufacture mascot costumes and accessories according to specifications.\n* Perform garment construction tasks, including cutting, sewing, and finishing.\n* Ensure all items meet company standards.\n* Collaborate with designers and production teams to understand project requirements and timelines.\n* Maintain an organized workspace in the warehouse, ensuring all materials are readily available.\n* Troubleshoot any issues that arise during the production process and make necessary adjustments.\n* Covering mascots by draping fabric and using various types of adhesives.\n* Repairing mascot pieces, costumes and accessories when necessary.\n\n*Experience*\n\n* Proven experience in garment construction and sewing techniques is essential.\n* Familiarity with operating various types of industrial sewing machines is required (straight stitch, overlock, walking foot).\n* Previous experience in a warehouse or production environment is preferred (3 years).\n* Advance knowledge of use of hot glue and adhesives.\n* Previous experience working with heavy fabrics (faux fur, foam, fleece, etc).\n* Education in fashion design, costuming, prop making or special effects.\n* Experience on garment alterations and repairs.\n* Experience in cosplay, mascot industry or upholstery experience is a plus.\n\n*Skills*\n\n* Strong attention to detail.\n* Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.\n* Excellent time management skills to meet deadlines effectively.\n* Expert in drafting patterns.\n* Ability to convert 2D designs to 3D costumes.\n* Expert in hand stitching.\n* Basic knowledge in drafting patterns.\n\n*Experience:*\n\n* Sewing: 4 years (preferred)\n* Pattern Making: 1 year (preferred)\n\nHours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday.\n\nWork Location: In person\n\nJob Type: Full-time\n\nPay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour\n\nBenefits:\n* Paid time off\n\nExperience:\n* Sewing: 4 years (Required)\n\nLanguage:\n* English (Required)\n\nAbility to Relocate:\n* Grand Prairie, TX 75050: Relocate before starting work (Required)\n\nWork Location: In person","company":"Loonie Times","rawCompany":"loonie times","city":"Grand Prairie","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-05T15:12:33.656Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-6052.00","title":"Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers","slug":"tailors-dressmakers-and-custom-sewers"},{"code":"51-6099.00","title":"Textile, Apparel, and Furnishings Workers, All Other","slug":"textile-apparel-and-furnishings-workers-all-other"},{"code":"39-3092.00","title":"Costume Attendants","slug":"costume-attendants"}],"industries":[{"code":"315250","title":"Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing (except Contractors)","slug":"cut-and-sew-apparel-manufacturing-except-contractors"},{"code":"315210","title":"Cut and Sew Apparel Contractors","slug":"cut-and-sew-apparel-contractors"},{"code":"315990","title":"Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing","slug":"apparel-accessories-and-other-apparel-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Costume Maker / Seamstress","description":"*Job Description*\n\n*Costume Maker (Covering and Sewing Department) *\n\nWe are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Seamstress/Costume Maker to join our team. 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