Seamstress/Tailor

Primary responsibility is to fulfill our mission statement, “to create the most enjoyable shopping experience possible for our Guests.”

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
• 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
• 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
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned

Schedule

• Flexible schedule, which may include mornings, evenings, and weekends
• Required to work the day of/day after Thanksgiving and Christmas, based upon store and business needs
• Hours may fluctuate seasonally based upon business need

Qualifications

• 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

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Frequently required to walk; climb or balance, jump, and talk or hear
• Occasionally required to sit
• Ability to lift and maneuver 25 lbs throughout the store and backroom
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

• Regularly works in a retail store setting
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Benefits

• Teammate Discount
• Performance Bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) (subject to additional requirements)
• Paid Sick Time (where required by state)