Alterations / Tailor (Fitter Finisher) – On-call - Halls KC

Hallmark Cards • Kansas City, MO

42d • Onsite

About The Position

The Fitter Finisher (On-call) works within the Halls Alterations department. At Halls Kansas City, the Alterations department is known for its expert tailoring of men’s and women’s clothing. In addition, the department is responsible for working on items for the Visual Merchandising Department, Store Operations and other areas as needed. This job requires walking within the department and/or store, bending, minimal lifting, use of pressers, sewing machines, steam cabinet, scissors, thread, needle, ruler, yardstick, pins, razor, ripper, and thimble. All Halls employees are responsible for protecting company assets by following established policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 1 year experience in high-quality alterations

Nice To Haves

• Very detail oriented
• Excellent math skills
• Excellent organizational, time management and communication skills
• Exceptional customer service and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Performs wide variety of alterations required to fit customer requests: hand and machine work, shoulder, hem, collar, and sleeve work, sizing garments, repairs defective merchandise.
• Analyzes garments to see what alterations are required, reconstructs garments as needed, has knowledge of and works with special care fabrics, prices alterations according to work performed.
• Checks appointments daily and makes sure the garments are ready for the customer at the appointed time.
• Works closely with others in the department to answer questions about fitting, construction, and fabric on the garments.
• Remains available as needed for unscheduled fittings during the day.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employment by Hallmark is contingent upon the signing of the Employment Agreement, signing of an agreement to arbitrate in connection with the Hallmark Dispute Resolution Program, completing Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification, passing the urinalysis drug screen, education verification and satisfactory reference checks.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED