Alterations Associate - South Coast Plaza

brobstongroup.com - Jobboard; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

South Coast Plaza seeks an experienced tailor to provide professional alterations in-store. You will measure, fit, alter, and finish garments with a focus on quality and timely completion, working closely with customers and the alterations team.

Responsibilities include using industrial sewing machines, performing fittings, and ensuring garments pass final inspection. The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple alterations in a

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional tailoring or alterations experience.
• Proficiency with sewing machines, hand sewing, and garment construction techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent finishing skills for high-quality results.
• Good customer service and communication skills; able to manage multiple alterations and meet deadlines.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform alterations and repairs on garments using industrial sewing machines and hand-sewing techniques.
• Take accurate measurements and conduct fittings with customers to ensure proper fit.
• Finish and inspect garments for quality, including pressing and final adjustments.
• Maintain workroom organization, inventory of supplies, and equipment upkeep.
• Communicate with sales associates and customers about timelines, pricing, and alteration status.

Skills

Tailoring & alterations

Customer service

Measuring & fittings

Detail-oriented

Tools

Industrial sewing machines

Hand sewing

Pressing equipment

Job description

Summary

Provides professional tailoring and alterations services for customers in-store at South Coast Plaza, ensuring garments meet fit and quality standards. Works directly with customers and the alterations team to measure, fit, alter, and finish clothing with attention to detail and timely completion.

Responsibilities

• Perform alterations and repairs on a variety of garments using industrial sewing machines and hand-sewing techniques.
• Take accurate measurements and conduct fittings with customers to ensure proper fit.
• Finish and inspect garments for quality, including pressing and final adjustments.
• Maintain workroom organization, inventory of supplies, and equipment upkeep.
• Communicate with sales associates and customers about timelines, pricing, and alteration status.

Requirements

• 2+ years of professional tailoring or alterations experience.
• Proficiency with sewing machines, hand sewing, and garment construction techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent finishing skills for high-quality results.
• Good customer service and communication skills; able to manage multiple alterations and meet deadlines.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced retail environment.