Seamstress/Tailor

The Buckle, Inc. · Edwardsville, IL · Yesterday

On-siteArt & Creative$15–$20/hrPart-time

About the role

We are excited to open a brand new store at the Edwardsville Crossing Shopping Center in Edwardsville, Illinois. Mid-October! We will be hiring many new positions for this team and will start interviews in September.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of operational tasks to support the execution of alterations in the store, including the hemming of jeans and pants.
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.
Work a flexible schedule, which may include mornings, evenings, and weekends, and the day of/day after Thanksgiving and Christmas, based upon 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.
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.

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.

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

Qualifications

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills

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.

Benefits

Full-Time Teammate Benefits:

Health: Includes preventive care at 100%, dental and vision insurance, virtual care, mental health resources, and discretionary matching contributions to qualifying Teammates.
Wealth: Includes 401(k) with Company Match, HSA, and FSA.
Performance Bonuses: Incentive-based bonuses in recognition of performance.
Teammate Discount: 40% off Buckle products and 25% off Buckle gift cards.

Pay

Pay range: $15-$20/hr. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Schedule

Flexible schedule, which may include mornings, evenings, and weekends, and the day of/day after Thanksgiving and Christmas, based upon store and business needs.