Alterations Technician - 1st Shift

Overview Tyndale is looking for a full time experienced Alterations Technician to join our Embellishments team. In this hands-on role, you’ll use your sewing and alterations expertise to customize and repair specialty garments to meet our customers’ exact specifications and Tyndale’s high standards for quality. From hemming and sleeve alterations to zipper replacements, patches, reflective tape, and other garment repairs, you’ll play an important role in ensuring every garment is customer-ready, accurate, and professionally finished. If you have strong attention to detail, experience with industrial sewing equipment, and take pride in quality craftsmanship, this is a great opportunity to bring your skills to a growing company with opportunities for advancement. Our embellishments team works onsite five (5) days a week, M-F in our North Houston, TX distribution center, working 2nd Shift, Monday–Friday, 3:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m. About Tyndale The Tyndale Company is a privately held, consecutive Top Workplace winner recognized in both the Greater Philadelphia and Houston markets, and an industry-leading national supplier of arc-rated flame-resistant clothing (FRC) to the energy sector, including utilities, oil and gas, transportation, chemical manufacturing, and NFPA 70E markets. We’re a family-owned business providing a retail-style apparel experience to hundreds of thousands of energy workers across the US and Canada. We’re the leading distributor of innovative FRC solutions, and the largest industrial supplier of Carhartt FR, Ariat FR, and Wrangler FR clothing. Responsibilities Perform all phases of sewing and alterations; Verify orders: Check merchandise for the correct size, style, color, etc.; Prep the work according to what alteration is required; Hem/Sew Garments as needed, using overlock and single needle sewing machines or hemming machines. Identify the appropriate components to be used to complete the repairs/customizations; Apply patches, Reflective Tape and sew on garments when necessary. Install snaps utilizing the appropriate equipment. Notify the team Supervisor of any issues that may arise, including garment quality, pick ticket accuracy, etc. Perform other duties and tasks as assigned. Qualifications High School diploma preferred Extensive sewing experience required. Experience in alterations required; Experience & proficiency with industrial sewing equipment required; Excellent Attention to Detail; Ability to read a measuring tape; Familiarity with & competency in using hand tools to remove zippers; Prior use of electric hand tools (fabric cutters) a plus; The sewing skills required include hemming pants to the correct inseam, shortening sleeves, placing zippers in pant legs, and a variety of other sewing operations that involve the customization and repair of garments—replacing broken zippers, patching, re-sewing belt loops, etc. Work Environment/Physical Demands: Working conditions are designed to ensure your comfort and productivity in a pleasant, temperature-controlled room warehouse environment. Expectations include sitting at lengths of time, handling sharp objects such as scissors and sewing needles, and potentially lifting boxes weighing a maximum of 20 lbs or less without assistance. Benefits: Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive premiums. Paid parental leave. Mental health support through an EAP and partial reimbursement on copays, fertility support, and robust wellness programs with annual reimbursements. Work-Life Balance: Many positions with Tyndale offer hybrid onsite + remote work schedules, generous PTO, paid holidays + a floating holiday, and more. Financial Compensation: Competitive salary, 401(k) with matching, and bonus opportunities. Career Growth & Development: Training/certification/tuition reimbursement programs and demonstrated paths for knowledge share and internal promotion opportunity. Culture & Perks: Family-owned values, award winning culture, team-engagement events, casual dress code, company-sponsored charitable events and activities, and an inclusive workplace that values collaboration and integrity. Safety: As part of our commitment to safety and comfort, all Distribution Center members receive an annual footwear stipend to purchase high-quality, work-appropriate shoes. This ensures our team is equipped with the right gear to stay safe, supported, and productive on the job. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.tyndaleusa.com/careers - E.O.E #LI-GR1 #LI-Onsite

The Alterations Technician is responsible for customizing and repairing specialty garments to meet customer specifications and quality standards. This includes performing various sewing operations, verifying order accuracy, and applying components like patches and zippers.

Candidates must have extensive experience with industrial sewing equipment and alterations. A high school diploma is preferred, along with strong attention to detail and the ability to handle manual sewing tasks.

• Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Paid parental leave • Mental health support • Fertility support • Wellness programs • Paid time off • Paid holidays • 401(k) matching • Bonus opportunities • Tuition reimbursement • Footwear stipend

• Attention to detailPreferred
• Quality ControlPreferred

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• Industrial sewing
• Alterations
• Hemming
• Zipper replacement
• Patch application
• Reflective tape application
• Measuring tape proficiency
• Attention to detail
• Garment repair
• Quality control
• Fabric cutting
• Hand tool usage
• Snap installation
• Order verification
• Hand Tools
• Copayment Collection And Processing
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Garment Alterations
• Mental Health
• Textiles
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Oil and Gas
• Warehousing
• Innovation
• Merchandising
• Electrical Safety In The Workplace (NFPA 70e)
• Operations
• Sewing
• Vision Insurance
• Detail Oriented

• Manufacturing
• Trades
• Energy
• Retail
• Operations Technician
• Tailor / Seamstress
• Tailors, Dressmakers, Furriers and Hatters
• Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Aug 28, 2027

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week