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Tom James Company

Custom clothing with digital wardrobe services

Experienced Tailor/Seamstress

Part-TimeUpdated on 10/17/2026
$21 - $24/bi-wk
Senior
New Providence, NJ, USA
In Person
General Maintenance & Repair

About the job

Requirements
  • A minimum of five years of tailoring experience in a retail or customer-service environment.
  • Strong working knowledge of garment construction in men's and women's apparel, with the ability to perform high-quality workmanship by hand and machine.
  • Ability to work quickly in a fast-paced office environment.
  • Ability to perform multiple tasks efficiently and organize time effectively.
  • Ability to stand or sit for long periods.
  • Must adhere to the policies in the Office Support Manual and company practices and procedures.
  • Employment is contingent on successfully passing a background and credit check.
Responsibilities
  • Perform alterations as directed on clients' high-end garments and deliver professionally finished garments on time.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of fabric and standard tailoring concepts and procedures while producing quality workmanship for men's and women's garments.
  • Adjust men's and women's suits, shirts, coats, blazers, dresses, and trousers, including shortening or lengthening sleeves and trousers; tapering garment sides, trouser thighs, and foot widths; lowering collars; and taking in or letting out trouser waists, seats, and rises.
  • Ensure proper sizing of clients.
  • Manage all interactions professionally.
  • Track detailed alteration production daily.
  • Perform alterations on submitted garments, press finished garments, remove threads, and prepare garments for clients.
  • Complete work promptly to meet customer delivery dates.
  • Maintain a clean work environment and required paperwork related to daily assignments.
Desired Qualifications
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently as a self-starter.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

About the company

Tom James Company specializes in providing custom clothing through a vertically integrated service model, using a digital approach to offer tailored wardrobe services. This firm stands out in the fashion industry by supplying personalization at scale, leveraging advanced technologies to meet individual client needs efficiently. Such a commitment to tailored services not only fosters a culture of innovation but also positions them as leaders in custom clothing sector, making it an exceptional workplace for those passionate about fashion and technology.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Pre-seed

Total Funding

$2.4M

Headquarters

Franklin, Tennessee

Founded

1966

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