Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Canopy & Curtains Sewer to join our production team. What we need is someone who knows how to sew, works carefully with fabric, and takes pride in producing a clean, precise finish. If you have experience at a sewing machine and an eye for quality, we want to meet you.
What You'll Be Doing
- Cutting and sewing fabric panels for canopies, curtains, fabric walls, valances, and eaves
- Operating industrial sewing machines, single needle, double needle, and/or Merrow (overlock), to join, hem, and finish high-performance textile pieces
- Working with premium marine-grade fabrics and UV-stable, high-performance threads
- Following pattern layouts and cut lines to produce precise, crisp-fitting canopy shapes
- Attaching finishing elements such as Velcro tabs, rings, and curtain hardware
- Inspecting completed fabric pieces for stitch quality, alignment, and overall finish
- Handling fabric with care to avoid pulling, distortion, or surface damage
What We're Looking For
- Sewing machine knowledge — experience operating industrial sewing machines is required. Familiarity with any of the following:
- Single needle machine — standard straight-stitch sewing for seams and panels
- Double needle machine — parallel stitching for reinforced seams and decorative finishing
- Merrow machine (overlock) — edge finishing and seam overlocking — a plus!
- Fabric cutting a PLUS — ability to cut fabric accurately using patterns, rulers, or guidelines
- Seam quality — consistent, straight stitching with clean seam allowances and no puckering
- Material handling — experience working with heavy or technical fabrics without distorting or damaging them
- Attention to detail — a sharp eye for alignment, tension, and finish quality
- Ability to follow instructions — can work from diagrams, patterns, or verbal direction
- Reliability & consistency — produces uniform results across repeated tasks throughout the workday
- Physical ability — able to lift 45-50lbs. Pull, push, lift fabric in a regular basis.
Nice to Have (Not Required)
- Merrow / overlock machine experience, edge finishing on heavy fabrics
- Prior experience in upholstery, sailmaking, marine canvas, or outdoor furniture fabric
- Experience sewing with heavy-duty thread on thick or layered materials
- Knowledge of Velcro, ring, or grommet attachment techniques
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
Working Conditions
- Indoor production facility in Miami, FL
- Standing and seated work at sewing stations throughout the shift
- Handling fabric panels of various sizes, including large canopy sections
Company Description
Tuuci is headquartered in Miami, FL and is the market leader in design, manufacture, and sale of commercial shade equipment, including market umbrellas, cabanas and related accessories.
Tuuci products are manufactured primarily in Miami with global distribution supported by offices in The Netherlands and Vietnam. We are proud to be the preferred shade manufacturer for international luxury brands like Four Seasons, Ritz Carlton, Soho House etc. as well as domestic staples like Starbucks, Chipotle and Panera Bread.
Tuuci was created in 1997, but we have not outgrown our collaborative start up culture. We work in a fast-paced, fun environment where the exchange of ideas and professional growth are encouraged. We are looking for fresh new talent to join and enhance our team and build a career within a growing company.