Hiring
Purl Soho is a small but global company that has been in business for over twenty years. We sell high quality craft supplies, including our own branded collections of yarns, fabrics, notions, and kits. We also create and share modern designs based on traditional fiber art techniques. We are committed to exceptional quality and incredible customer service and have loyal customers around the world who count on Purl Soho for both!
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Purl Soho celebrates diversity and is committed to inclusivity. We do not discriminate in our hiring, compensating, or promoting practices, and we value employees from all backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. Whoever you are, wherever you're from, we want to meet you!
Current Openings
FULFILLMENT SPECIALISTS, Santa Ana, CA
Purl Soho is looking for enthusiastic and engaged Fulfillment Specialists to be an integral part of our team, stocking and organizing inventory and shipping orders to our customers. Not just any old warehouse job, we're looking for people who are creative problem-solvers and considerate members of a close-knit team. An entry-level position with opportunity for growth, this job is available as a part- or full-time position at our warehouse in Santa Ana, California. Weekend availability is a plus. (Please note that we have established Covid-19 safety policies and procedures in place to keep our staff and their families safe.) Compensation is $18-$24 an hour.
To apply, please submit your resume, availability, and salary requirements to hiring.california@purlsoho.com. We can't wait to meet you!
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Pick, process, package and ship orders accurately
- Cut fabric yardage to precise measurements using a rotary cutter
- Inspect products for defects and damages
- Organize and tidy warehouse space
- Unload and restock incoming inventory items appropriately
- Count inventory
- Assemble crafting kits to company specifications
- Perform all other assigned duties
REQUIREMENTS
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to work comfortably in a small, collaborative environment
- Punctuality, attention to detail, and a focus on quality control
- Polite and cheerful attitude
- Must be able to stand or walk for up to 5 hours at a time and regularly lift 30-pound boxes
- Familiarity with Apple computers
- Willingness to abide by all company safety and hygiene regulations
FREELANCE HAND KNITTING PATTERN DESIGNER, Remote
We are currently on the lookout for talented and reliable freelance designers to create hand-knit accessory and houseware patterns to be published on our website. Designers should share our aesthetic and must have solid experience writing accessible, accurate patterns for hand knitters. Designs will be for the Purl Soho brand, and you will receive a linked by-line. Our rates are competitive, and we are hoping to develop long-term relationships with a small team of designers. Purl Soho celebrates diversity and is committed to inclusivity. We do not discriminate in our hiring, compensating, or promoting practices, and we value employees from all backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. Please contact design@purlsoho.com with a link to your published designs... We look forward to seeing them!
For more information about design opportunities, please visit Info For Designers!
FREELANCE SAMPLE MAKER, Remote
Purl Soho is looking for meticulous and reliable Sample Makers to hand knit, crochet, weave, bead, or embroider our designs! Our ideal Sample Maker is communicative and industrious and is also a critical thinker and impeccable crafter. This is a freelance job for applicants based in the United States and requires close communication with Purl Soho’s designers and Sample Coordinator. If you are interested, please email us a cover letter describing your crafting background and please also include some photos of projects you have created. We look forward to seeing your work!
GENERAL INQUIRIES
We are also always looking for friendly, talented people who love helping customers and sharing their passion for materials and fiber arts. Our behind-the-scenes staff works remotely from all over the country, while our fulfillment center employees work in person at our Orange County, California warehouse. If you’re interested in joining the team, please send a cover letter and resume to hiring@purlsoho.com. We will keep your information on file and will let you know if we have an opening for you!
