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Pays poorly! The production work is monotonous, and there is little to no training or advancement of skills. Workers are expected to maintain a fast pace, but are often not given the tools they need to do their job well. When workers report these issues to the team leaders or management, they are usually disregarded.

Management fail to communicate with each other about production issues, and each step of the production line has to fix or undo problems cause by the previous department. Most issues would be simple to fix at the source, but no one is taking the responsibility to implement change. "I just work here" is the tag line of most employees here. If you take pride in your work and have a strong work ethic, I suggest you don't work here!

This place is a classic example of management who don't truly care at all about the workers that actually make the product. Most talk among stitchers is about pain management, and that's where "work culture" ends as everyone eats their lunch alone, in their cars.

Pain management is necessary due to a total lack of ergonomic support at the sewing machines. Myself and other stitchers advocated for work stations that wouldn't cause discomfort, but management wouldn't spend the money.

...then management would open up another physical store that's doomed to fail, or buy a machine that sits and gathers dust for months, spending money on that but not their employees.

Upper management make excuses for why they're late with bonuses, repeatedly.

For $250 bags I got paid $4 per bag I made. Outrageous.

This is a company full of red flags. 

Was forced to find a second job because the manager gave her sister a good portion of the hours, even though I had more experience in retail and had been with the company longer. While searching for a second job, I was told to not leave a bad review on indeed because the director of the company would “come after me.” 

Underpaid for the amount of responsibility they give you, but that’s typical for the majority of retail positions. You’ll also be working by yourself in a basement for the majority of the time because they try to save payroll (understandable).  

Great for a college student who doesn’t have to worry about money, or as a low-key retirement job. 

The product is really cute, and the concept of a bag made from an old and used sail is remarkable. I left because it isn’t financially feasible, but most importantly, I realised I am worth much more.

new management from maine, does not know longer term employees and do not treat them as people, claim they do not know you after meeting several times. After being a team player as advertised, traveling to other stores, my manager was told I could not have a raise unless I worked more hours.  So much for being a team player when they NEED you. Never acknowledge my notice , just took me off the schedule. Loved the bags and the customers. Will miss my regular customers, who I am sure will be surprised to see a total turnover of well known staff.

Full time employees get good benefits (dental, vision, 2 weeks PTO) but putting in 40 hours is a requirement. They will pay overtime. The starting wage is low at 16/hr. The shifts are 9-12 hours which gets very tedious and lacks variety and nee undertaking. There is little to no work culture. You hardly ever interact with anyone which can be a hit or a miss depending on how you are as a person but with that being said employees and managers are mostly friendly. The environment is drab. No windows, stuffy and hot, small break room that provides coffee and water but no vending. It wasn't for me but I wouldn't deter someone from working there if they enjoy solitude and repetition.

I say friendly atmosphere because you’re really the one creating it. The hardest part was spending hours alone when the store was low, but the plus side is you get to see all the bags and re-organize them, do a little bit of housekeeping and feel productive for the day. The management is absolutely fantastic, they care about the company culture and they care about your advancement in the company! I felt I was always being trained into a management position, even though I did not step into that role. There are plenty of other stores where you can be a sales associate and see it as a dead end job, but this is one where the path forward is very clear. 10/10 company with a 10/10 purpose. Maybe I just had a good manager, but this job was awesome! 

Outstanding product but poor management and leadership. They hire super young people who have no people, social nor management skills required for a real world store management. I'm sure they are cheaper labor.  Typically yelling managers.  People quit suddenly. Too many new stores and then sudden closures. 

Again, great product and stores but terrible lack of marketing knowledge and skills. Here is a thought. It's worth not paying high employee turnover rates to hire managers who have real experience and skills (who are older) then too young and green. Just a thought. 

Sea Bags is a great place to work!  If you enjoy being a part of a rapidly growing business showcasing highly fashionable, hand-made products with a sustainability philosophy (They have saved over 700 tons of dacron from going into landfills!);  this is a company you should consider.  They offer competitive salaries and opportunities for growth in your career.  In the last 8 years, this company has grown from 2 stores, 20 employees and 1,000 feet of factory space to now, 42 stores with 200+ employees and twenty times more manufacturing space!  And, they still know and acknowledge each of their employees' contribution to the company and brand.  Come be a part of our crew! 


Our days are filled with opportunities that come from so many sources including new partners, media, and community events. Collaboration is a key to our success. The culture is one of constant change and evolution and managers encourage innovative approaches to solving problems and challenges. The job is rewarding and the challenges are all surmountable. The most rewarding part of the job is the constant recognition and accolades that we get in the community and beyond for the work we are doing. The hardest part of the job is finding enough hours in the day to accomplish all that I set out for myself to do. 

Sea bags is an environmentally friendly company that cares deeply about their employees. The shop in Charleston SC is located in the Historic Market area in the heart of downtown Charleston. 

A typical day includes greeting customers and telling them the incredible story behind the SeaBag product. Personally I love the product and am very comfortable selling it.

Management are very easy to work with and extremely understanding when time off is needed. A get work environment.

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