United Sport & Cycle’s Team Sales division is seeking a Full-Time Sewing and Embroidery Assistant who is passionate about their career and sports too! As an organization focused on athletics and our community, we know consistent quality and dependability is key in relating with our clients. As a key member of our production team, you will be responsible for becoming proficient in all aspects of the role from the production side of sewing, embroidery and heat press on a variety of garments / items to the graphic design in Wilcom Embroidery Studio and Photoshop to. This position is part of a well-organized team that is involved with a variety of daily functions including design, production, sorting & receiving orders & preparing orders for pick up.
There are no two days alike which requires this role to be organized and self-motivated all while productively working alongside and effectively communicating with teammates. We are looking for someone who is excited to start together with their next permanent ‘Work Family’ and find enjoyment within their role and work setting.
Who YOU are:
You are a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual with organizational and production experience to be able to meet deadlines with quality work. You have experience with sewing, embroidery and heat pressing garments, and are willing to learn. You are able to communicate and collaborate effectively with your fellow team members. You can be on your feet all day when needed along with moving heavy products at times. You understand the importance of getting the job done, but you also know how to have fun and add to a team dynamic.
In addition, you possess:
- 2+ years’ experience in garment production of some kind. Embroidery machines and heat press an asset.
- 1+ years experience in sewing
- 1+ years in a detailed production environment
- Proficient computer skills in Word, Excel and written communication through e-mail or other customer-facing platforms.
- Experience in receiving, sorting, organizing products an asset.
- Drivers License an asset
- Ability to meet deadlines and work collaboratively as part of a team
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Can maintain focus and consistent quality and efficiency of work
- Supporter of Continuous Improvement
- Solid English Language with written and verbal communication skills.
- Enjoys working within a team
- A positive attitude and to help where is needed.
Who WE are:
United Sport & Cycle is one of the largest independent sporting goods stores in Western Canada. Since our beginnings in 1928, we’ve been family owned and operated in the heart of Old Strathcona. We are passionate & a United Team that strives for excellence in everything we do and enjoys having fun working together!
What we offer:
- Fun work environment – join our Team Sales Department and our store wide staff events.
- A bright work environment with windows all around in our production area
- Permanent roles that attract team members for many years.
- Competitive wages
- Employee Benefits program
- An ability to set your priority of tasks to meet deadlines.
- Awesome staff discounts on everything in store.
When applying we would love to hear what interests you the most in joining the United Sport & Cycle family and why this role would be a good fit for you.
We thank all applicants for considering this role; however, only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $17.00-$22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- Please briefly describe the experience you have in embroidery production, sewing and/or using a heat press.
- What is attracting you to this position here at United?
- Do you have experience working in a detailed production environment?
Work Location: In person
