Seamstress Assistant Job at Firstport Company, Norwalk, CT

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  • Firstport Company
  • Norwalk, CT

Job Description

Pay Range:

The pay range for this job is $17-$19 per hour; actual pay is dependent on experience.

About the Role:

Firstport is a clothing brand based in Fairfield County. Every piece is designed, printed, and finished by hand with a focus on craftsmanship, storytelling, and detail.

Featured in GQ , Harper’s Bazaar , and Vogue , and seen at retailers like Free People, Anthropologie, and LoveShackFancy, Firstport bridges classic design with a lived-in, modern ease. We’re building a team that’s passionate about the fashion industry and excited to contribute to a brand defined by discipline, originality, and momentum. 

We’re looking for a skilled and dependable Seamstress Assistant to support our in-house sewing operations. You’ll work closely with our lead seamstress and production team to help finish garments with consistency and care. This is a technical, hands-on role ideal for someone looking to grow in the field of garment construction and fashion production.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with machine sewing, stitching, and garment finishing as directed

• Prep materials for sewing: cutting, trimming, fusing, and pinning

• Sew care and brand labels into garments with accuracy and consistency

• Stuff and finish soft goods (e.g., hats, accessories, small home items)

• Steam, press, and finalize sewn items for presentation

• Perform basic hand-stitching and specialty finishing as needed

• Help maintain sewing machines and organize sewing tools and supplies

• Support fitting adjustments, sample edits, and sewing production timelines

• Maintain a clean, efficient, and detail-focused workspace

Qualifications:

• Prior sewing or garment construction experience preferred

• Comfortable using domestic or industrial sewing machines

• Confident in sewing small components like labels and trims

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality work

• Ability to follow technical directions and meet production goals

• Comfortable standing, sitting, and working with your hands for extended periods

• Eager to learn, reliable, and excited to contribute to a growing team

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