Experienced Tailor/Seamstress Needed

Tom James Company•Southfield, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Tom James Custom Clothing's sales office in Southfield, Michigan, is seeking a full-time, on-site Seamstress/Tailor or Master Tailor. The role averages 30–35 hours per week, with compensation offered on an hourly or piece-rate basis depending on the candidate's experience, skills, and preference. The tailor performs alterations on clients' high-end men's and women's garments and delivers professionally finished work on time. The position requires knowledge of fabrics, garment construction, and standard tailoring practices, along with quality workmanship.

Requirements

At least 5 years of tailoring experience in a retail or customer-service environment.
Strong working knowledge of garment construction in men's and women's apparel.
Ability to perform high-quality tailoring by hand and machine.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Self-starter.
Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently and organize time effectively.
Successfully pass a background and credit check as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

Adjust men's and women's suits, shirts, coats, blazers, dresses, and trousers, including shortening or lengthening sleeves and trousers, tapering garment sides and trouser legs, lowering collars, and altering trouser waists, seats, and rises.
Ensure clients' garments are properly sized.
Handle all client interactions professionally.
Track daily alteration production in detail.
Perform alterations on submitted garments, press finished items, remove threads, and prepare garments for clients.
Complete work promptly to meet customer delivery dates.
Maintain a clean work environment and complete required paperwork related to daily assignments.
Follow the Office Support Manual and company policies and procedures.