Top 37 Sewing Jobs in Chicago Il

Metal Craft and Fabrication Assistant
ERDEN —Chicago, IL
- $40,000 - $52,000 a year
- Full-time
- No high school diploma
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Automotive Upholsterer/Auto Interior Technician
RIGGS BROS. AUTO TOPS & INTERIORS Downers Grove Naperille & Villa Park —Downers Grove, IL
- $40,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Power tools
- In-person
- Health savings account
- Dental insurance
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Sewing Machine Operator
Express Employment Professionals —Bedford Park, IL
- $17 - $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Assembly
- US work authorization
- In-person
- Health insurance
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costume fabrication production supervisor
Chicago mascot company —Chicago, IL
- $45,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Mid-level
- Forklift
- Paid time off
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Seamstress for safety apperal
ClearStaff, Inc. —Skokie, IL
- $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- In-person
- Entry level
- Health insurance
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Alterations Associate
Neiman Marcus —Chicago, IL
- $28.54 - $35.67 an hour
- Full-time
- Basic math
- English
- Entry level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
1d
Alterations Coordinator
Neiman Marcus —Chicago, IL
- Full-time
- Basic math
- English
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
3d
Apparel Sample Maker
Cintas —Chicago, IL
- $18.40 - $22.98 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
- Profit sharing
- AD&D insurance
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Tailor
Suitsupply —Chicago, IL
- $20 - $30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Cleaning
- Communication skills
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Sewing Machine Operator
Apparel Redefined —Crestwood, IL
- $17 - $20 an hour
- Overtime
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Computer skills
- In-person
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Prepress & Production Coordinator
Focus —Niles, IL
- $60,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 2 years
- Communication skills
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Seamstress
Christos Furs & Leathers —Westchester, IL
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
- Entry level
- Time management
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4d
Part Time Tailor, Levi’s® Retail Store Michigan Ave., Chicago IL
Levi Strauss & Co. —Chicago, IL
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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4d
Embroidery Operator
CHII CLOTHING COMPANY INC —Chicago, IL
- Full-time
- Entry level
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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12d
Fabric Pattern Maker - CAD exp a MUST
Focus —Niles, IL
- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
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Sewing Machine Operator
National Safety Apparel —Chicago, IL
- $17.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- Paid jury duty
- Health savings account
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Furniture Upholsterer
Kehoe Designs Inc —Chicago, IL
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Full-Time Seamster / Industrial Sewer Wanted – Upholstery Shop (Wheeling, IL)
Albo Restoration Services —Wheeling, IL
- $18 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
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Seamstress
Chi City Stitch —Schaumburg, IL
- $17 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Entry level
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
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Retail Store Tailor
The Men's Wearhouse, LLC —Chicago, IL
- $19.42 - $31.07 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- Ability to stand for extended periods
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Metal Craft and Fabrication Assistant

ERDEN -
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$40,000 - $52,000 a year
3 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

Measuring tapes
Maintaining an organized workspace
Shop math
High school diploma or GED
Following blueprint specifications
Clean workspace maintenance

Full Job Description

Metal Craft & Fabrication Assistant

Full-Time | In-Person | Chicago, IL
Salary: $40,000–$52,000 per year, based on experience and skill level

About ERDEN

ERDEN is an innovative design house and producer of luxury hand-woven rugs, known for our signature use of embedded bronze, brass, and steel details. Founded in 2016 and represented in design markets throughout the U.S. and internationally, we place the highest importance on craft, quality, innovation, and service.

Our rugs combine traditional hand-weaving with unexpected materials and techniques. Many of the decorative metal elements incorporated into our rugs are fabricated by hand in our Chicago studio.

The Position

We are seeking a full-time, in-person Metal Craft & Fabrication Assistant to join our Chicago studio and help create the decorative elements that are embedded into ERDEN rugs.

This is a hands-on, detail-oriented position focused on fine craft and small-scale fabrication rather than traditional machining or heavy manufacturing. The work requires patience, precision, consistency, and a genuine appreciation for making things well. Some of the work is repetitive, with multiple components produced to the same exacting standards, while other projects may involve experimentation, problem-solving, and learning new techniques.

We are looking for someone who enjoys working with their hands, has strong attention to detail, and brings a creative or artistic sensibility to their work. Curiosity and an appetite for learning new crafts are a must.

Fabrication and production of ERDEN's decorative inlay elements will be the primary focus of this position; however, ERDEN is a small, highly collaborative studio. From time to time, this role may also assist with other studio, production, inventory, shipping, installation, or general operational needs. We value people who are flexible, curious, willing to learn, and happy to lend a hand wherever needed.

What You'll Do

Fabricate decorative inlay components used in ERDEN rugs, currently including bronze, brass, steel, and other materials as our inlay program evolves
Cut, shape, grind, sand, polish, finish, and otherwise prepare components to precise specifications using a variety of materials and techniques
Work from drawings, templates, samples, written instructions, and direction from our design and production teams
Produce multiples of individual components while maintaining consistency in shape, size, and finish
Assist with the preparation and installation of metal elements into our hand-woven rugs
Inspect finished pieces for quality and craftsmanship
Safely operate hand tools and light metalworking equipment
Assist with prototypes, custom pieces, and the development of new fabrication techniques
Maintain an organized, clean, and safe Metal Shop
Assist with inventory and organization of production materials and supplies
Support other areas of the studio and production operation as needed, particularly during busy periods or special projects

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is someone who takes genuine satisfaction in making things carefully and beautifully and enjoys working with physical materials.

You may have experience in metal fabrication, but we are also interested in candidates coming from other hands-on artisanal, creative, or skilled-trade backgrounds such as metalsmithing, sculpture, woodworking, art fabrication, restoration, ceramics, product design, or other fine crafts.

We're looking for someone who:

Has excellent attention to detail and a strong eye for quality
Is patient and comfortable with precise, repetitive work
Has strong hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills
Can consistently reproduce pieces to established specifications
Has an artistic eye and appreciation for proportion, shape, texture, and finish
Is curious, resourceful, and interested in learning new materials, tools, and techniques
Is dependable, organized, punctual, and takes ownership of their work
Works well independently under direction and collaboratively as part of a small team

Requirements & Qualifications

Self-starter with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn
Consistently focused on maintaining a clean and safe working environment
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to read and accurately follow written instructions, drawings, templates, and production specifications
Comfortable with basic shop math and measurements, including reading a tape measure in feet, inches, and fractions; familiarity with the metric system and converting fractions to decimal equivalents
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and adjust priorities as production needs change
High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience
Ability to stand for extended periods and regularly bend, squat, reach, and perform other physical activities associated with hands-on fabrication
Ability to safely lift and move materials weighing up to 70 pounds
Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule when production needs occasionally require additional hours

Experience & Preferred Skills

Previous experience in metal fabrication, metal finishing, metalsmithing, sculpture, fine woodworking, model making, art fabrication, restoration, or another hands-on craft or trade is a plus, but not required.

We are willing to train the right person. More important to us is an aptitude for working with your hands, an eye for detail, patience, curiosity, and a genuine interest in craftsmanship.

Preferred shop skills include experience with:

Angle grinders
Drill presses
Band saws
Other hand tools and light fabrication equipment

Experience with sewing, weaving, felting, knitting, spinning, or other textile crafts is also a plus, but not required.

What Makes This Role Different

This is not a traditional machinist or heavy manufacturing position. Our work is small-scale, detailed, and highly specialized, with metal components becoming integral design elements within our luxury hand-woven rugs.

At the same time, this is a production environment. The right person will appreciate both sides of the work: the creativity and craftsmanship involved in making something beautiful, as well as the discipline and consistency required to make it beautifully again and again.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $40,000–$52,000 annually, with compensation within the range based on relevant experience, demonstrated skills, and qualifications
Medical insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
Dental and vision coverage
Paid time off
Paid company holidays
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Structured opportunities for advancement based on performance, reliability, and continued development
Opportunities to learn and develop specialized fabrication skills and techniques within ERDEN's design and production studio

ERDEN is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay: $40,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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