Seamstress/Tailor

Essential Duties And 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
• Maintain deadlines and Guest expectations for merchandise alterations
• Work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on store and business needs
• 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
• Record required alterations and instructions
• 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
• Flexible with hours as they may fluctuate seasonally based upon business need
• Open-minded for review on the amount of work that needs to be re-done
• Communicate any policy violations to Store Manager, District Manager, and/or Human Resources in a timely, confidential manner
• Provide feedback to Store Manager, Assistant Manager, and Floor Leaders regarding merchandise handling concerns
• Understand and apply the Buckle’s Code of Ethics and all Buckle’s policies, procedures, and handbook
• Fulfill mission statement by performing job duties with a high level of customer service while contributing to a positive team spirit

Special projects and other duties as assigned

Education And/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• One to three months related sewing, fitting, and alteration experience and/or training
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Additional Requirements

• Due to the nature of the job, must be 18 years of age or older

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this Job, the Teammate regularly works in a retail store setting
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate