ALTERATIONS ASSOCIATE

Von Maur; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Merchandise discount

Benefits

401(k) retirement plan

No holiday hours

Internal promotion

Job summary

Von Maur, Inc. in Madison, WI is seeking an Alterations Associate to expertly tailor diverse women’s garments, from beaded formal dresses to tailored outfits, while delivering exceptional customer service.

You will greet customers, measure and fit, mark and pin, perform sewing and repair, ensure quality results, and maintain a clean department. This role supports opportunities for growth within a company that values its employees.

Qualifications

• Proficient in basic and advanced alterations.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers warmly and ensure a positive experience.
• Measure, fit, mark, and pin garments to customer specifications.
• Disassemble, sew, and reassemble garments per fitting measurements.
• Use iron and steamer to prepare garments for customers.
• Repair damaged or defective merchandise.
• Maintain a clean department and work area.

Job description

As an Alterations Associate, your unique skills contribute to our reputation as America’s Leading Department Store. In addition to general alterations, you will alter diverse styles of women’s garments varying from formal dresses with beading to tailored clothing.

What You’ll Do

• Own the customer experience – greet people sincerely, be friendly and thank every customer
• Measure, fit, mark, and pin garments according to customer specifications
• Disassemble, sew and/or reassemble garments according to measurements taken during fitting – use iron and steamer to prepare garments for customers
• Repair damaged or defective merchandise
• Garment work may range from basic to moderately difficult sewing/alteration procedures
• Maintain a clean department and work area

Candidates must be professionally competent in all basic and most advanced alterations.

What You Can Expect

• Competitive wages
• Generous merchandise discount
• Comprehensive benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• No extended holiday hours
• Promote from within philosophy - creates endless career opportunities!

About Us

Von Maur’s reputation as a company is directly tied to our legendary customer service. Still family owned today, our culture is built on supporting and valuing our employees who make it all possible. We’re committed to being a great place to work, where you can take pride in your work and grow professionally.