Repair defects in garments as needed using the correct mending procedure in a timely manner * Maintain a clean work area * Complete paperwork and record keep in a timely manner * Follow all safety ...
Repair defects in garments as needed using the correct mending procedure in a timely manner * Maintain a clean work area * Complete paperwork and record keep in a timely manner * Follow all safety ...
Production Team Partner - Garment Mender - UniFirst
Richmond, VA · On-site
$13.65 - $17.06/hr
Repair defects in garments as needed using the correct mending procedure in a timely manner * Maintain a clean work area * Complete paperwork and record keep in a timely manner * Follow all safety ...
Production Team Partner - Garment Mender - UniFirst
Richmond, VA · On-site
$13.65 - $17.06/hr
Repair defects in garments as needed using the correct mending procedure in a timely manner * Maintain a clean work area * Complete paperwork and record keep in a timely manner * Follow all safety ...
Production Team Partner - Garment Mender - UniFirst
Amarillo, TX · On-site
$13 - $15.50/hr
Repair defects in garments as needed using the correct mending procedure in a timely manner * Maintain a clean work area * Complete paperwork and record keep in a timely manner * Follow all safety ...
Production Team Partner - Garment Mender - UniFirst
Amarillo, TX · On-site
$13 - $15.50/hr
Repair defects in garments as needed using the correct mending procedure in a timely manner * Maintain a clean work area * Complete paperwork and record keep in a timely manner * Follow all safety ...
Production Team Partner - Garment Mender - UniFirst
Richmond, VA · On-site
$13.65 - $17.06/hr
Repair defects in garments as needed using the correct mending procedure in a timely manner * Maintain a clean work area * Complete paperwork and record keep in a timely manner * Follow all safety ...
Production Team Partner - Garment Mender - UniFirst
Richmond, VA · On-site
$13.65 - $17.06/hr
Repair defects in garments as needed using the correct mending procedure in a timely manner * Maintain a clean work area * Complete paperwork and record keep in a timely manner * Follow all safety ...
Production Associate - Mender
Everett, WA · On-site
$17.70 - $22.13/hr
The Mender is responsible for accurately repairing Uniform garments in accordance with company standards and includes patching holes and tears or replacing buttons on garments, such as shirts and ...
Production Associate - Mender
Everett, WA · On-site
$17.70 - $22.13/hr
The Mender is responsible for accurately repairing Uniform garments in accordance with company standards and includes patching holes and tears or replacing buttons on garments, such as shirts and ...
Production Associate - Mender
Kennesaw, GA · On-site
$13.75 - $17.50/hr
The Mender is responsible for accurately repairing Uniform garments in accordance with company standards and includes patching holes and tears or replacing buttons on garments, such as shirts and ...
Production Associate - Mender
Kennesaw, GA · On-site
$13.75 - $17.50/hr
The Mender is responsible for accurately repairing Uniform garments in accordance with company standards and includes patching holes and tears or replacing buttons on garments, such as shirts and ...
Production Associate - Mender
Bedford Park, IL · On-site
$15.75 - $19.70/hr
The Mender is responsible for accurately repairing Uniform garments in accordance with company standards and includes patching holes and tears or replacing buttons on garments, such as shirts and ...
Production Associate - Mender
Bedford Park, IL · On-site
$15.75 - $19.70/hr
The Mender is responsible for accurately repairing Uniform garments in accordance with company standards and includes patching holes and tears or replacing buttons on garments, such as shirts and ...
Production Associate - Mender
Everett, WA · On-site
$17.70 - $22.13/hr
The Mender is responsible for accurately repairing Uniform garments in accordance with company standards and includes patching holes and tears or replacing buttons on garments, such as shirts and ...
Production Associate - Mender
Everett, WA · On-site
$17.70 - $22.13/hr
The Mender is responsible for accurately repairing Uniform garments in accordance with company standards and includes patching holes and tears or replacing buttons on garments, such as shirts and ...
Production Associate - Mender
Chicago, IL · On-site
$15.75 - $19.70/hr
The Mender is responsible for accurately repairing Uniform garments in accordance with company standards and includes patching holes and tears or replacing buttons on garments, such as shirts and ...
Production Associate - Mender
Chicago, IL · On-site
$15.75 - $19.70/hr
The Mender is responsible for accurately repairing Uniform garments in accordance with company standards and includes patching holes and tears or replacing buttons on garments, such as shirts and ...
Production Floater Operator
Erie, PA · On-site
$16.25 - $19.50/hr
Mender/Sewer - Operates sewing machines to mend garments, repair zippers, replace buttons. May sew emblems onto garments * Stockroom - Receives new goods, inventory tabulation, readies products for ...
Production Floater Operator
Erie, PA · On-site
$16.25 - $19.50/hr
Mender/Sewer - Operates sewing machines to mend garments, repair zippers, replace buttons. May sew emblems onto garments * Stockroom - Receives new goods, inventory tabulation, readies products for ...
Garment Mender information
What is a garment mender?
What are some common challenges faced by a garment mender, and how can they be addressed?
What is the difference between Garment Mender vs Seamstress?
| Aspect | Garment Mender | Seamstress |
|---|---|---|
| Required Skills | Basic sewing, patching, repairing | Advanced sewing, garment construction |
| Work Environment | Clothing repair shops, factories | Tailor shops, fashion studios |
| Certifications | None typically required | May have sewing certifications or training |
| Job Focus | Repairing and mending existing garments | Creating or altering garments from scratch |
Garment Menders focus on repairing and patching clothing, often requiring basic sewing skills. Seamstresses typically have more advanced sewing expertise and may work on creating or altering garments. While both roles involve sewing, Garment Menders concentrate on repairs, whereas Seamstresses handle garment construction and customization.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a garment mender, and why are they important?

$13 - $15.50/hr
Full-time
Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 8 days ago
UniFirst rating
6.5
Based on 133 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
146th of 251 rated facilities management
Job description
Our Production Team isKind of a Big Deal!
UniFirst is seeking a reliable and hardworkingProduction Team Partner to join our UniFirst Family. As a Team Partner in the Alterations& Mending Department, you will be working as a team to ensure customergarments are always in exceptional condition through quality inspection andgarment mending. At UniFirst we have a 5-day work week, enjoy Saturday andSunday off!! We have an immediate opening and provide on the job training.
On the job training& great hourly pay 401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing, HealthInsurance, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, DirectPayroll Deposit, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount, EmployeeReferral Bonuses.
Training:
Our Team Partners receive ongoingcross-training, exposing them to different areas of production. Cross trainingenhances their performance and assists them with their career potential andadvancement.
WorkLife Balance:
We offer a 40-hour work week. Enjoy weekendsoff!
CareerGrowth:
Some companies like to promote from within, we love to! Many of our managersstarted at UniFirst working on the production floor!
Culture:
Our family culture is what makes UniFirst an organization that stands out fromthe rest.
Diversity:
At UniFirst, you'll find an environment packed with different cultures,personalities, and backgrounds. We believe our diversity makes us who we are,and we strive every day to build a culture where everyone feels welcome.
- Receive all mending work orders and products requiring mending from Route Sales and garment finishing area
- Repair defects in garments as needed using the correct mending procedure in a timely manner
- Maintain a clean work area
- Complete paperwork and record keep in a timely manner
- Follow all safety policies, HACCP and medical guidelines
- Performother duties as described by area supervisor or management
- High school education and/or GED equivalent preferred
- Must be at least 18 years of age or older
- Ability to stand for an 8-hour shift
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs
- Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly with management
- Ability to perform basic mathematical operations using American standard units of weight measurement, volume, and distance
About UniFirst
The fabric of UniFirst is woven from its very unique family culture where our Team Partners enjoy a small company feel while taking advantage of the resources and stability that come with being a 2-billion-dollar organization.
UniFirst is an international leader in the $18 billion-dollar garment services industry. We currently employ over 14,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe. We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazine’s “Best Companies to Sell For” list and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list. As an 80-year old company focused on annual growth, there’s never been a better time to join our team.
About UniFirst
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The year was 1936 and Aldo Croatti had a vision: to serve the men and women who put in a hard day’s work. He founded a laundry business to clean clothes of factory workers and others in the heavy-soil business. With UniFirst, he created an entirely new concept: uniform rental services. This business concept gained popularity because it delivered on a key customer need: helping businesses work safer and smarter while presenting a better business image. Aldo’s vision spurred the growth of an entire industry. Since then, UniFirst has evolved into a leader in the uniform rental services industry. With headquarters located in Wilmington, MA, UniFirst operates 260-plus facilities throughout North and Central America and Europe. We serve over 300,000 customers and outfit over 2 million workers across a variety of industries—from automotive to transportation and warehousing, construction, and everything in between. We proudly serve nearly half of Fortune 500 companies and their hardworking employees.
Industry
Manufacturing
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Wilmington, MA, US
Year founded
1936