Seamstress/Tailor

Buckle • Richmond, VA

412d

About The Position

The Seamstress/Tailor position at Buckle Brands is focused on providing high-quality alterations to enhance the shopping experience for guests. This role involves performing various operational tasks related to garment alterations, ensuring customer satisfaction through timely and precise work.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• One to three months related sewing, fitting, and alteration experience and/or training
• Must be 18 years of age or older

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
• 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
• Special projects and other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Clothing, Clothing Accessories, Shoe, and Jewelry Retailers
• Education Level: High school or GED