Alterations Specialist — Flexible Part/Full-Time Sewing

Benzinger's Clothing Care; Town of Hamburg (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Benzinger’s Clothing Care in Town of Hamburg is seeking an Alterations Specialist with strong sewing experience and a passion for customer care. The role involves repairs, fittings, sewing operations, and accurately recording instructions to ensure quality and proper fit.

We offer compensation of $18.50–$19.50 per hour, with options for part-time or full-time schedules, Monday–Friday. Join a team that values craftsmanship and excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Experience with sewing tools and machines, and ability to perform basic to intermediate alterations.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Maintain attention to detail during alterations.
• Willingness to learn advanced techniques and grow into a specialist role.

Responsibilities

• Complete basic to moderately complex repairs and alterations on garments and household items.
• Assist with fittings and take accurate measurements.
• Operate sewing machines, manual tools, and pressing equipment.
• Record and interpret alteration instructions in our system.
• Collaborate with customer service staff to ensure client satisfaction.
• Provide accurate cost estimates for repairs.
• Maintain quality, fit, and proportions in all alterations.

Skills

Sewing tools

Customer service

Independent work

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Job description

Benzinger’s Clothing Care in Town of Hamburg is seeking an Alterations Specialist with strong sewing experience and a passion for customer care. The role involves repairs, fittings, sewing operations, and accurately recording instructions to ensure quality and proper fit.

We offer compensation of $18.50–$19.50 per hour, with options for part-time or full-time schedules, Monday–Friday. Join a team that values craftsmanship and excellent customer service.