Sewer - Costura - Upholstery

DescriptionPosition OverviewWe 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 DoingCutting and sewing fabric panels for canopies, curtains, fabric walls, valances, and eavesOperating industrial sewing machines, single needle, double needle, and/or Merrow (overlock), to join, hem, and finish high-performance textile piecesWorking with premium marine-grade fabrics and UV-stable, high-performance threadsFollowing pattern layouts and cut lines to produce precise, crisp-fitting canopy shapesAttaching finishing elements such as Velcro tabs, rings, and curtain hardwareInspecting completed fabric pieces for stitch quality, alignment, and overall finishHandling fabric with care to avoid pulling, distortion, or surface damageWhat We're Looking ForSewing 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 panelsDouble needle machine — parallel stitching for reinforced seams and decorative finishingMerrow machine (overlock) — edge finishing and seam overlocking — a plus!Fabric cutting a PLUS — ability to cut fabric accurately using patterns, rulers, or guidelinesSeam quality — consistent, straight stitching with clean seam allowances and no puckeringMaterial handling — experience working with heavy or technical fabrics without distorting or damaging themAttention to detail — a sharp eye for alignment, tension, and finish qualityAbility to follow instructions — can work from diagrams, patterns, or verbal directionReliability & consistency — produces uniform results across repeated tasks throughout the workdayPhysical ability — able to lift 45-50lbs. Pull, push, lift fabric in a regular basis.Nice To Have (Not Required)Merrow / overlock machine experience, edge finishing on heavy fabricsPrior experience in upholstery, sailmaking, marine canvas, or outdoor furniture fabricExperience sewing with heavy-duty thread on thick or layered materialsKnowledge of Velcro, ring, or grommet attachment techniquesBilingual (English/Spanish) a plusWorking ConditionsIndoor production facility in Miami Gardens, FLStanding and seated work at sewing stations throughout the shiftHandling fabric panels of various sizes, including large canopy sections