ALTERATIONS ASSOCIATE

Von Maur; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discount

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Von Maur is seeking an Alterations Associate to join America’s Leading Department Store, offering stylish alterations from formal dresses with beading to tailored outfits. You will measure, fit, pin, sew and press garments and repair any damage, ensuring every alteration meets high quality standards.

Join a team that values customer service, provides competitive wages, a generous merchandise discount, and comprehensive benefits. Overtime eligibility applies with pay ranges described by state law.

Qualifications

• Customer-facing excellence and a helpful attitude during fittings and alterations.
• Ability to take measurements, mark, and pin garments to customer specifications.
• Proficiency in sewing and finishing alterations to garment quality standards.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Customer service

Measuring

Sewing

Tools

Sewing machine

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

What You Can Expect

We’re committed to helping you thrive at work and at home. We offer generous benefits that address your total well-being and provide support for you and your family.

• 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.

The expected base wage for this position is $17.00 - $20.00/hr with overtime eligibility. Successful candidates’ wages will be determined based on their individual qualifications for the position. Pay range listed is provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.