Key skills
Leadership
About this role
At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone feels welcome—both here and Outside. We value individual differences and are dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment where everyone can bring the best of their experience and talents and truly thrive.
Craft the Iconic Maine Hunting Shoe at L.L.Bean!
Passionate about craftsmanship and quality?
Join our Manufacturing team in Brunswick, Maine and help create one of the most legendary products in outdoor history—the Maine Hunting Shoe, trusted by adventurers for over a century. While most positions will focus on stitching for the Maine Hunting Shoe, a small number of hires will join our Boat and Tote stitching line. We’re hiring stitchers and packers to bring these heritage products to life. If you take pride in precision and want to be part of a tradition that defines L.L.Bean, this is your opportunity.
Shift Availability
1st Shift: Mon–Fri, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
2nd Shift: Mon–Fri, 2:45 PM–11:15 PM
3rd Shift: Sun 9:00 PM–6:00 AM, Mon-Thu, 11:00 PM–6:00 AM (35-hour week)
What You’ll Do
Prep and stitch leather components for the Maine Hunting Shoe using post or flat sewing machines; a small portion of hires will work on the Boat and Tote stitching line working with canvas material.
Inspect products for completeness, accuracy, and quality, cleaning excess cement, dirt, and clipping threads as needed.
Ensure all line items (thread, components, hang tags, etc.) are correct.
Pack products into proper containers, labeling cartons for warehousing.
Fix issues when identified, provide feedback to peers, and alert QA if trends are noted.
Verify FD labels, tags, and shipping cartons meet criteria for Freeport partners, Returns, and Outlet stores.
Partner with QA liaison for reports and feedback and with Engineering for process improvements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Physical Demands
Sitting/Standing: Some workstations are adjustable for sit/stand; expect frequent static posture and continuous use of foot controls. Standing ~20–50%, sitting ~50–80%, minimal walking on concrete floors with anti-fatigue mats.
Lifting/Carrying: Occasional lifting of totes or materials up to 30 lbs (Shearling) and 15 lbs (Core/Closing); short carries (10–30 ft) when moving totes or racks.
Hand/Arm Use: Continuous grasping and pinching; frequent fine manipulation for stitching and trimming threads; repetitive wrist and neck movements required for precision work.
Other Movements: Occasional bending, squatting, and reaching below knees; no climbing or kneeling. Push/pull forces up to 15 lbs when moving carts or racks.
Health and Safety Requirement: Every employee is responsible for contributing to a safe and healthy workplace. Employees are expected to be active participants in health and safety by following all safety policies and procedures, reporting unsafe conditions or at-risk behaviors to leadership, and conducting work in a safe manner. Those in a leadership role are also expected to model safe behaviors, evaluate risk, and ensure that risks are reduced to acceptable levels.
If you care about the outdoors, joining L.L.Bean is a great way to feel good about what you do. Our benefits package makes a good thing even better, with programs and perks designed to support your health and financial goals. Plus, maintaining a healthy work-life balance and re-charging outside are all part of the plan.
If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you'd be great at this role, we'd love to learn more about you! At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us. We strive to reflect this every day in our commitments to employees and partners and in our efforts to promote belonging.