Garment & Accessory Repair Specialist

It's more than a job

As part of the Contract Logistics team at Kuehne+Nagel, you will play a key role in designing, managing, and optimizing solutions that keep goods moving efficiently. Whether you’re leading a team, engineering processes, or driving projects, your work ensures that our customers’ products are stored, handled, and delivered with precision. From everyday essentials to seasonal items, what we do in Contract Logistics impacts businesses and communities around the world. At Kuehne+Nagel, your contribution goes far beyond the warehouse—it helps shape the flow of global trade.

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We are seeking an experienced sewing and repair specialist to provide high-quality garment and accessory restoration services.

How you create impact

• Perform precise sewing, stitching, and hand-sewn repairs on garments and textile products.  
• Conduct minor clothing repairs, including patching, hemming, zipper replacement, and reinforcement.  
• Use garment care equipment such as steamers and specialized cleaning tools to refresh and clean shoes, leather accents, and fabrics.
• Assess items for repair needs and recommend appropriate action (repair, restoration, cleaning).
• Maintain high standards of quality control, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ensure workspace and equipment are properly maintained and organized.
• Communicate with team members and customers (when needed) to clarify repair needs and timelines.
• Keep accurate records of work performed and materials used.

What we would like you to bring

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

• Proven experience in sewing, stitching, garment care, or minor repair work, including familiarity with both hand-sewing and machine sewing.  

• Comfortable using garment care equipment (e.g., steam machines) and hand tools for cleaning and repairs.

• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.

• Ability to follow instructions and work both independently and as part of a team.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to thrive in a workshop setting.

• Bilingual (English + another language).

• Experience in a repair center, refurbishment, tailoring, or textile environment.

• Background in leather or accessory repair.

• Experience with refurbished goods or quality restoration.

What's in it for you

At Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues. We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. The hourly wage range for this position is between $20.00 and $25.00. Base wage is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and incentive compensation for eligible roles. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data. #LI-Onsite

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Individuals with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process may contact us by sending an email to kn.taaccommodations.com 

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support portions of the recruitment process, such as reviewing application materials or assisting with scheduling. These tools analyze information to help inform decision making; however, all hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.     

This position relates to an available role and not a future talent pool.

Who we are

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.

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