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Posted May 25, 2026
Northern Garments Inc/SKOOKUMbrand

Sewing Machine Opperator

Northern Garments Inc/SKOOKUMbrand
Dawson City, YT Part Time
Compensation: $22 to $25 Hourly
Duration
Temporary
Closing Date
open until filled
Job Level
Entry level
Intended job posting audience
Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your job application.

Sewing Machine Operator

Job details

  • Part-Time/Temporary (June-August)

Skills

  • No industrial sewing experience needed

Job Description

Location:

Bear Creek Subdivision, Dawson City

Job Title:

Sewing Machine Operator

Starting wage:

$22-25

Northern Garments manufactures SKOOKUMbrand-Yukon Anoraks, Parkas and Accessories. SKOOKUM is a unique northern brand that is made in the north and designed with the feedback of northerners. Each garment is made to order for diverse active outdoor lifestyles of individuals and organizations. The SKOOKUM community is built by those who are inspired by cold, and who aim to embrace and enjoy Winter!

If you like meaningful and satisfying work, taking on a challenge, and building new skills, SKOOKUM can provide opportunity for you.

Position Overview:

Sewing Machine Operator Minimal experience is necessary—we provide training to help you succeed.

What You’ll Do:

  • Use an industrial straight sew, overlock and fur machine to make accessories or components.
  • Receive instruction from your Team to compete pre-work and sub assembly steps.
  • Check fabric pieces to make sure they meet quality standards before sewing.
  • Work efficiently to meet daily targets while ensuring high-quality work.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Experience in sewing or working with clothing is and asset but not required.
  • Attention to detail and steady hands for sewing fabric with a machine
  • Be able to follow instructions, solve problems, and take initiative.
  • Good communication and the ability to work independently in a small group environment.

Part Time Schedule:

  • Approx 2-3 days per week. 4-6hrs per day

What’s in it For You?

  • Be a part of our team making Yukon inspired outerwear for diverse lifestyles and organizations across the Circum Polar North.
  • Develop a basic sewing skill set
  • Learn and grow in a small business and computer aided design environment
  • Could develop into developing higher level sewing skills and year-round employment

Apply with resume and cover letter to: [email protected]

Additional Application Instructions

E-mail cover letter and resume

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