Flatlock Sewist

Soft Goods, Detroit, MI

Soft Goods, a knitwear cut and sew factory in Corktown, Detroit, is hiring a Flatlock Sewist to sew tees, sweatshirts, and pants on industrial flatlock machines. The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record. Full-time at 40 hours is ideal, part-time may be available, and pay is $18.00 to $21.00 per hour.

What the posting says about criminal records

The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record.

Last checked Oct 16, 2026. Policies can change, so confirm with the employer before you apply.

Overview

This is a production sewing role focused on flatlock machines, assembling knitwear garments to spec and at target rates. You will check your own work, maintain your machine, and cross-train on overlock and coverstitch. The position is in person in Detroit, with health insurance and paid time off listed as benefits.

Requirements

• 1+ year of industrial sewing experience in a production setting
• Hands-on experience with flatlock or flat seam machines
• Proficiency with an industrial serger or overlock
• Comfortable sewing stretch knits without wavy or puckered seams
• Able to sit at a machine for extended periods and keep a steady pace
• Lives in or can reliably commute to Detroit

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Job details

Location

Detroit, MI

Pay

$18 to $21 per hour

Job type

Part-time

Industry

Manufacturing

Posted

Oct 5, 2026

Drug test

Not stated