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Title: Custom Drapery Seamstress/Seamster
Status: Hourly
Hours: Part-Time or Full-Time (Day Time Hours)
Become part of a 138-year-old company rooted in South Dakota! Montgomery's is a 5th generation, family-owned business with an outstanding reputation for putting our employees first and taking great care of our customers. We believe strongly in creating a work environment that is fun and mutually rewarding for both our employees and our company.
Montgomery's is currently looking for a detail-oriented individual to join our Drapery Workroom team in our Sioux Falls location.
Why Join theTeam?
We offer a competitive pay and benefits package, including medical insurance coverage, 401(k) with company match, and paid leave beginning on day one. We also offer an employee purchase program to help furnish your home with beautiful furniture and décor. We'd love the opportunity to meet with you and discuss how you can become part of our team!
Key Responsibilities
The Custom Drapery Seamstress/Seamster is responsible for fabricating high-quality custom window treatments that meet our customers' design specifications and Montgomery's standards of craftsmanship. Working closely with the Drapery Workroom Supervisor, this position ensures each project is completed accurately, efficiently, and with exceptional attention to detail.
Below is an outline of key duties:
- Review work orders, measurements, and design specifications with the Window Treatment Manager.
- Organize and prepare fabrics, linings, trims, hardware, and other materials needed for each project.
- Measure, cut, sew, and assemble custom draperies, valances, Roman shades, and other window treatments.
- Inspect completed products to ensure accuracy, quality, and adherence to design specifications.
- Perform alterations or adjustments as needed to ensure the highest level of craftsmanship.
- Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area.
- Properly care for sewing machines, cutting equipment, and other workroom tools.
- Track project progress and communicate any concerns or production delays to the Window Treatment Manager
- Assist with other fabrication projects and workroom duties as assigned.
- Work collaboratively with fellow team members to promote teamwork and deliver an exceptional customer experience.
Who is a Fit for This Role?
The ideal candidate is self-motivated, dependable, and takes pride in producing quality work. They enjoy working with their hands, have strong attention to detail, and are committed to delivering beautifully crafted products that exceed customer expectations.
Qualifications and Skills
Education:
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
Experience:
- Previous sewing experience is required.
- Experience constructing custom draperies or other home décor products is preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret measurements, work orders, and design specifications.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple projects and deadlines.
- Basic computer skills are preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while sewing and assembling products.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
- Ability to bend, reach, kneel, and perform repetitive hand movements throughout the workday.
- Ability to safely operate sewing machines, cutting tools, and other workroom equipment.
- Ability to distinguish colors, patterns, and fabric textures to ensure product quality.
Title: Custom Drapery Seamstress/Seamster
Status: Hourly
Hours: Part-Time or Full-Time (Day Time Hours)
Become part of a 138-year-old company rooted in South Dakota! Montgomery's is a 5th generation, family-owned business with an outstanding reputation for putting our employees first and taking great care of our customers. We believe strongly in creating a work environment that is fun and mutually rewarding for both our employees and our company.
Montgomery's is currently looking for a detail-oriented individual to join our Drapery Workroom team in our Sioux Falls location.
Why Join theTeam?
We offer a competitive pay and benefits package, including medical insurance coverage, 401(k) with company match, and paid leave beginning on day one. We also offer an employee purchase program to help furnish your home with beautiful furniture and décor. We'd love the opportunity to meet with you and discuss how you can become part of our team!
Key Responsibilities
The Custom Drapery Seamstress/Seamster is responsible for fabricating high-quality custom window treatments that meet our customers' design specifications and Montgomery's standards of craftsmanship. Working closely with the Drapery Workroom Supervisor, this position ensures each project is completed accurately, efficiently, and with exceptional attention to detail.
Below is an outline of key duties:
- Review work orders, measurements, and design specifications with the Window Treatment Manager.
- Organize and prepare fabrics, linings, trims, hardware, and other materials needed for each project.
- Measure, cut, sew, and assemble custom draperies, valances, Roman shades, and other window treatments.
- Inspect completed products to ensure accuracy, quality, and adherence to design specifications.
- Perform alterations or adjustments as needed to ensure the highest level of craftsmanship.
- Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area.
- Properly care for sewing machines, cutting equipment, and other workroom tools.
- Track project progress and communicate any concerns or production delays to the Window Treatment Manager
- Assist with other fabrication projects and workroom duties as assigned.
- Work collaboratively with fellow team members to promote teamwork and deliver an exceptional customer experience.
Who is a Fit for This Role?
The ideal candidate is self-motivated, dependable, and takes pride in producing quality work. They enjoy working with their hands, have strong attention to detail, and are committed to delivering beautifully crafted products that exceed customer expectations.
Qualifications and Skills
Education:
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
Experience:
- Previous sewing experience is required.
- Experience constructing custom draperies or other home décor products is preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret measurements, work orders, and design specifications.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple projects and deadlines.
- Basic computer skills are preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while sewing and assembling products.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
- Ability to bend, reach, kneel, and perform repetitive hand movements throughout the workday.
- Ability to safely operate sewing machines, cutting tools, and other workroom equipment.
- Ability to distinguish colors, patterns, and fabric textures to ensure product quality.
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Who's Hiring
- David's Bridal28
- TentCraft3
- KBR2
- State of Arizona2
- Petite Designers2P
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sewing jobs.
- Proven experience operating industrial sewing machines such as lockstitch or overlock models
- Ability to read and follow technical sketches, patterns, or construction specifications
- Knowledge of fabric types, thread weights, and appropriate seam finishes for each material
- High school diploma or equivalent, with vocational or on-the-job sewing training preferred
- Physical stamina to sit and perform repetitive hand and foot motions throughout a full shift
- Basic quality control skills including measuring seam allowances and identifying defects
Tips for Your Sewing Job Search
List every machine you can operate
Employers scan resumes for specific equipment: coverstitch, serger, single-needle lockstitch, and industrial buttonhole machines. Name each one you've used and the materials you worked with, whether denim, leather, or stretch knits.
Translate production volume into numbers
Hiring managers want to know your output rate, not just your duties. Describe how many units per hour or day you consistently produced, and note any quality metrics you hit, so your resume stands out from vague, task-only descriptions.
Tailor your application to the product type
A bridal atelier and an automotive seat manufacturer need very different skills. Read each posting for fabric type, seam tolerance, and production environment, then reorder your resume bullets to lead with the experience that matches that specific shop.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists sewing openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Bring samples or a photo portfolio to interviews
Many sewing interviews include a hands-on skills test, but a photo portfolio of finished work gives you an edge before you sit at the machine. Photograph seam details, zipper installations, and any specialty techniques you've completed on real garments or products.
Ask about piece-rate structure before accepting
Production sewing roles often pay by the piece rather than by the hour. Ask during the interview how rates are set, how often they are reviewed, and whether training periods use a base-pay guarantee, so you can accurately compare offers.
Sewing Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most sewings?
David's Bridal, TentCraft, and KBR are hiring the most sewings right now, with openings concentrated in Florida, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Industries driving the most volume include apparel manufacturing, theatrical production, and automotive interiors.
How many sewing jobs are remote?
About 0% of sewing openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that most production and alteration work requires hands-on machine access at a physical facility. The sub-areas most compatible with remote or home-based arrangements are custom dressmaking, sample development consulting, and pattern drafting roles that do not require factory floor equipment.
How do you become a sewing professional?
Start by developing foundational skills through a vocational program, community college textile course, or consistent self-directed practice with a home or industrial machine. Build competency on multiple machine types, learn to read patterns and technical specs, then pursue entry-level production or alteration roles to accumulate supervised work experience. A portfolio of finished pieces strengthens every application.
Can you get hired in sewing with little or no experience?
Yes, many production shops and alteration studios hire entry-level candidates and train them on the specific machines and methods used in that facility. Your best approach is to demonstrate basic stitching ability, bring any hand-sewn or machine-sewn samples you have made at home, and apply to roles that explicitly advertise on-the-job training or apprenticeship opportunities.
What does the sewing interview process look like?
Most sewing interviews begin with a brief conversation about your machine experience and previous production environments, followed by a hands-on skills test at a machine in the facility. You may be asked to sew a straight seam, install a zipper, or finish an edge using the employer's standard methods. Some shops also review any portfolio photos or finished samples you bring before making a hiring decision.
Where can I find and apply to sewing jobs?
You can find and apply to sewing jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your machine skills and preferred work environment, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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