Tailor

Levi Strauss • Pittsburgh, PA

3d

About The Position

We believe that clothes — and how you make them — can make a difference. Since 1853, we’ve been obsessed with innovation to meet people’s needs. We invented the first blue jean. And we reinvented khaki pants. We pioneered labor and environmental guidelines for our manufacturing partners. And we work to build sustainability into everything we do. A company doesn’t last 160 years by standing still. It endures by reinventing itself, striving to delight its consumers, winning in the marketplace, and by remaining true to its values. We employ more than 17,000 people around the world – supporting great brands, including Levi’s®, Dockers® and Denizen®. Our employees are committed to innovation, creativity and collaboration. Put simply, if you’re looking for a new opportunity, this is a great place to grow your career.

Requirements

• Thorough understanding of denim industry and current/upcoming trends.
• Understanding of textiles and fabrics with proven skills in sewing, tailoring and textile repair.
• Awareness of design and details strong communication skills both internally and externally.
• Minimum of 3 years of sewing/tailoring experience and a strong knowledge of jeans construction
• Thorough knowledge of machines used in the sewing of denim products.
• While performing the duties of the job the employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear, use hands to type and utilize the tools of tailor shop.
• The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, lift, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, including evening and weekend shifts.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors or Associates Degree preferred
• Formal Training in apparel design preferred

Responsibilities

• Executes and is responsible for basic alteration services (i.e. Hemming, patch and repair, tapering, etc.) and more technical alterations (e.g. Fitting/tailoring items other than jeans, where more technical equipment is necessary; detailed appearance altering processes.)
• Exemplifies and possesses strong customer service skills to elevate our clients experience.
• Educates and trains store teams on customer offerings and services provided by the Tailor Shop.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees