Seamstress Resume Samples

It is the duty of a Seamstress to design, alter and modify articles of clothing including fashion accessories. While the specific duties may vary based on the choice of the employer, certain core tasks are common and are listed on the Seamstress Resume as follows – taking customer’s measurement to fit, repair and alter clothing as per the needed specifications, taking responsibility for constructing garments as per the choice and preference of the client, using measuring tapes and tools to take correct measurement, and maintaining the sewing equipment.

In general, strong sewing skills and creativity is required for this job. In addition, the following skills are as well required – exceptional sewing skills, a vivid imagination, basic math skills, knowledgeable about numerous types of fabrics and patterns and fluency in using all modern sewing machines. To the least, a high school diploma is required. But skills and experience can be gained by taking courses in fashion designing or dressmaking.

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Seamstress Resume

Summary : Certified Medical/Nursing Assistant with expert knowledge of medical terminology and HIPPA compliance. Outgoing personality and excellent work ethics with established career working in Medical Office and Hospital.

Skills : Power point Presentations, Excellent Communication Skills.

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Description :

  1. Measured clothing, according to customers' and clothing manufacturers' specifications.
  2. Measured customers, using tape measures, and record measurements.
  3. Estimated how much a garment will cost to make, based on factors such as time and material requirements.
  4. Repaired or replaced defective garment parts such as pockets, zippers, snaps, buttons, and linings.
  5. Positioned patterns of garment parts on fabric, and cut fabric along with outlines, using scissors.
  6. Conferred with customers to determine types of material and garment styles desired.
  7. Demonstrated the importance of getting the costumes done on time.
Years of Experience
Experience
10+ Years
Experience Level
Level
Senior
Education
Education
Business


Seamstress III Resume

Summary : Looking for a long term position in an organization that will recognize diverse skills and put to work. Satisfied when producing quality and profits through people development and adherence to procedures.

Skills : Sewing, Custodial, Cashier, Stocking.

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Description :

  1. Performed repair duties on defective or damaged mattresses. Unifying customer service practices through training.
  2. Acted as a go-between for production employees, store managers, and owners Fresh Start Restoration Division Development.
  3. Established systems for prioritizing, inspection, and inventory control.
  4. Communicated with traumatized fire and flood customers, production personnel, and insurance companies.
  5. Responsible for billing and follow-up with accounts receivable Store Management.
  6. Responsible for the handling of materials and assembly of mattresses using industrial sewing machinery.
  7. Managed and prioritized orders on a daily basis Worked in a small team in completing orders and getting them ready for shipment.
Years of Experience
Experience
10+ Years
Experience Level
Level
Senior
Education
Education
Microbiology


Sr. Seamstress Resume

Summary : A strong background in customer service with approximately of supervisory experience working in a professional office setting.

Skills : Answering Phones, Multitasking.

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Description :

  1. Provided customer service by phone and in person. Customized formal wear to fit the customer's needs.
  2. Constructed and assembled pattern pieces as needed to fulfill each customer's requests.
  3. Operated and lightly maintained sewing machines and sergers daily.
  4. Helped in promoting fundraisers for local charities that the company was involved in.
  5. Assisted in setting up and taking down fixtures for off-site expos and fashion shows.
  6. Highly specialized in school uniforms, curtains, draperies, cushions, bridal alterations, introductory& prom dresses and men clothing, etc.
  7. Customized draperies/curtains, blinds, cushions, handcraft, and upholstery.
Years of Experience
Experience
10+ Years
Experience Level
Level
Senior
Education
Education
CPT

Seamstress/Representative Resume

Summary : A skilled forklift driver with a strong background in Assembly. Learn very quickly and would be very eager to master new processes, new technology, and machinery.

Skills : Forklift Operator, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook.

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Description :

  1. Assembled components with hand and power tools. Take up or let down hems to shorten or lengthen garment parts such as sleeves.
  2. Repaired or replaced defective garment parts such as pockets, zippers, snaps, buttons, and linings.
  3. Fitted and study garments on customers to determine required alterations Sew garments, using needles and thread or sewing machines.
  4. Measured parts such as sleeves or pant legs, and mark or pin-fold alteration lines.
  5. Matched cloth pieces in correct sequences. Let out or take in seams in suits and other garments to improve fit.
  6. Assembled garment parts and join parts with basting stitches, using needles and thread or sewing machines.
  7. Operated industrial sewing machines and final inspected to produce fireproof jackets.
Years of Experience
Experience
10+ Years
Experience Level
Level
Management
Education
Education
Diploma

Seamstress/Co-ordinator Resume

Summary : Luxury retail operations specialist seeking to work for an organization that offers professional development, a team environment, and interesting challenges. Performance-based work culture of a growing organization.

Skills : Inventory Management, Operation, Customer Relations.

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Description :

  1. Checked fabrics for flaws and other irregularities. Press drapery, using hand irons or pressing machines.
  2. Matched fabric patterns to accuracy and symmetry before cutting to designers' specifications.
  3. Applied principles of design, construction, and styling. Sew fabric, using needles and thread or sewing machines.
  4. Assembled soft furnishing parts and join parts with basting stitches, using needles and thread or sewing machines.
  5. Removed stitches from garments to be altered, using rippers or razor blades.
  6. Altered, repaired, and make made-to-measure, according to customers' specifications and design.
  7. Greeted customers entering the store to ascertain what each customer wanted and needed.
Years of Experience
Experience
10+ Years
Experience Level
Level
Management
Education
Education
Accounting

Seamstress/Analyst Resume

Headline : Experienced and motivated to work in the garment industry experience working as a seamstress and garment assembler Stays current in industry standards through training and networking opportunities Constantly upgrading skills.

Skills : Manufacturing, MS-Office.

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Description :

  1. Laid out and cut layers of fabric using as small an area as possible and prepared batches for production.
  2. Industrial serged to sew similar seams on multiple pieces at once, matching notches, and aligning seams.
  3. Inspected finished batches for errors or flaws, clipped and locked threads.
  4. Per the designer's instructions, washed and stretched completed garments, and hung them to dry.
  5. Pressed the garments with an industrial steam iron.
  6. Attached homemade tags, packaged, and labeled garments for shipping.
  7. Counted and tracked pieces in inventory, prepared, and boxed orders for shipping.
Years of Experience
Experience
5-7 Years
Experience Level
Level
Executive
Education
Education
Diploma

Seamstress/Executive Resume

Headline : A self-employed seamstress for been off and on in the custodial business. Housekeeping and care taking for love to be around people, and work best with hands.

Skills : Seamstress, Tailor.

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Description :

  1. Maintained inventory levels by accurately tracking uniforms that are distributed and collected, and provide requisition information.
  2. Reported uniform quality and maintenance problems to the Director of Human Resources.
  3. Submitted purchase requisitions for approval alteration supplies.
  4. Operated linework Sewed zippers and buttons in cushions Used teamwork to produce. Reports any safety hazards to the assigned supervisor.
  5. Altered and repaired garments, and linens according to department policies.
  6. Operated all machinery in a safe and efficient manner. To operating managers based on assessed needs.
  7. Accurate records of all material needed and used to alter and repair garments.
Years of Experience
Experience
5-7 Years
Experience Level
Level
Consultant
Education
Education
Medical

Seamstress/Director Resume

Summary : Sewing experience, both as a job and at home for family. Diploma in sewing. Changing sizes of men's pants, jeans and more. Changing sizes of men's shirts Putting name tags on clothing using embroidery machines.

Skills : Microsoft Office, Sewing, Powerpoint, Excel.

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Description :

  1. Budget costs of materials on a daily basis. Strong experience in sewing.
  2. Organized and keep the number of mandatory items. Take and write down orders and measurements.
  3. Able to finished five difficult commission outfits within two weeks. Take commissions from different customer baizes and complete them.
  4. Effectively worked with supervisors and co-workers Contributed to the team reaching production goals within a specified time frame.
  5. Operated within standard operating procedures and Job Safety Analysis.
  6. Completed daily work logs and responsible for quality control.
  7. Stage finished product for the next section, other duties as assigned moved to the new area now sewing.
Years of Experience
Experience
10+ Years
Experience Level
Level
Management
Education
Education
High School

Seamstress I Resume

Objective : To obtain a position in a progressive, stable organization that will allow to utilize talent and abilities. Punctual, reliable, and have respect for others associated with especially those of authority.

Skills : CPR Certified, First Aid Certified, 60 WPM, Computer Literate.

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Description :

  1. Knowledge of fabric types, colors, and fabric care. Sound organizational and problem-solving skills.
  2. Profounded sewing skills and knowledge of tailoring techniques. In-depth math skills, particularly making calculations and measuring.
  3. Exceptional understanding of garment construction Profounded knowledge of human body shapes.
  4. Excellent communication and listening skills, and the ability to interpret a client's requirements.
  5. Excellent hand-eye coordination, great eyesight, and an uncommon sense of color.
  6. Interior designers did most of our work always pleased with our work.
  7. Arranged and organized costumes for stage productions and touring productions.
Years of Experience
Experience
2-5 Years
Experience Level
Level
Junior
Education
Education
Business

Associate Seamstress Resume

Summary : A general position using skills and experience in caring for Elderly, Convalescent and handicapped and home bound clients in a in-home setting where skills are effectively utilized and produce continual experience with growth opportunities.

Skills : Fashion design, Inventory, Shipping and packing.

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Description :

  1. Assembled garment parts and joined parts with basting stitches.
  2. Fitted and studied garments on customers to determine required alterations.
  3. Fitted, altered, and repaired clothing according to customer's request. Let out or took in seams in suits and other garments to improve fit.
  4. Measured parts such as sleeves or pant legs, and marked alteration lines.
  5. Sew garments using needles and thread or sewing machines. Took up or let down hems to shorten or lengthen garment parts.
  6. Performed job per requirements and had good attendance.
  7. Assisted in meeting with new and repeated clients. Learn new skills in alterations and learn how the business runs.
Years of Experience
Experience
10+ Years
Experience Level
Level
Senior
Education
Education
Diploma

Seamstress Resume

Summary : A creative entrepreneur with combined experience in retail and service management. With a leadership philosophy of leading by example, respecting and listening to teams ideas and opinions.

Skills : Microsoft Office, Sewing, Customer Service, Housekeeping.

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Description :

  1. Manufactured new products for a local business owner. Alterations Hemming pants, jeans, skirts, and dresses.
  2. Completed a large scale projects in a small time frame.
  3. Sewed and constructed all pattern pieces with quality and speed.
  4. Offered feedback and solutions for a product during development stages.
  5. Observed and corrected garment fit issues. 
  6. Sewed either by hand or machine for the best possible results.
  7. Worked as a material cutter in the factory to make the vests different sizes.
Years of Experience
Experience
7-10 Years
Experience Level
Level
Management
Education
Education
BS