Seamstress/Tailor

Job Summary

The Alterations and Tailoring Specialist position at The Buckle, Inc. is responsible for delivering exceptional customer service while performing a variety of operational tasks to support the execution of alterations in the store. This includes hemming jeans and pants, as well as other garment alterations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform quality alterations on merchandise at store location
• Follow ticket instructions and markings based on Guest specifications
• Accommodate Guests with on the spot alterations when requested by Store Leaders
• Meet deadlines and Guest expectations for merchandise alterations
• Use Buckle provided sewing machine and supplies to perform alterations
• Measure and mark alteration lines
• Pin altering folds or mark on cloth at seam to indicate alterations in progress
• Remove stitches from garment, using ripper or razor blade
• Resew merchandise using needle and thread or sewing machine
• Press merchandise, using a hand iron or steamer
• Repair defective merchandise
• Remove spots or stains from merchandise
• Record all work and follow through on the alteration log
• Uphold specified productivity guidelines, generally four jean alterations per hour
• Maintain a clean, organized and stocked work area and inform a Leader when additional supplies are needed

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related sewing, fitting, and alteration experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Work Environment

The Alterations and Tailoring Specialist will work in a retail store setting with a moderate noise level.