Alterations Specialist — Tailoring & Fitting Expert

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Generous merchandise discount

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) retirement plan

No extended holiday hours

Promote from within philosophy

Job summary

Von Maur is seeking an Alterations Associate in Orland Park, IL. You will measure, fit, mark, and pin garments, perform sewing and repair, and ensure the customer experience.

This role emphasizes quality, range from basic to moderately challenging alterations, maintaining a clean department, and contributing to a supportive team. Competitive wages, merchandise discount, and comprehensive benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

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

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

Job description

Von Maur is seeking an Alterations Associate in Orland Park, IL. You will measure, fit, mark, and pin garments, perform sewing and repair, and ensure the customer experience.

This role emphasizes quality, range from basic to moderately challenging alterations, maintaining a clean department, and contributing to a supportive team. Competitive wages, merchandise discount, and comprehensive benefits accompany this position.