Alterations & Tailor Shop - Apprentice - The Mall at Short Hills

Nordstrom; Short Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and

Paid Time Away

Life Insurance and Disability

Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

Job summary

Nordstrom is seeking an Alterations Apprentice to train in our Tailor Shop, blending learning with hands-on practice in alterations.

The program focuses on mastering sewing techniques, meeting quality standards, and managing workloads while gaining knowledge on fit, style, construction and trends. Successful apprentices show strong communication, organizational skills, and initiative, with a flexible schedule to meet business needs.

Qualifications

• Clear, professional communication with coworkers and customers.
• Basic math and measuring skills.
• The ability to stay organized, prioritize multiple tasks and keep calm in a fast-paced environment.
• The ability to quickly learn new processes and procedures.
• A high level of ownership, accountability and initiative.
• The ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Learn all aspects of sewing—from how to use the tools of the trade to how to make simple and complex alterations.
• Master how to meet high quality and service expectations following our guidelines.
• Understand how to balance your workload so you can promptly complete your projects.
• Develop product knowledge through awareness of fit, style, construction and trends.

Skills

Communication

Math skills

Organization

Learn fast

Ownership

Flexibility

Job description

Job Description

As an Alterations Apprentice, you’ll play a dual role—part dedicated student, part magician. Our apprentice program is a great way to break into the tailor trade. This on-the-job training will set you up for a fun fashion career in our Tailor Shop.

A day in the life

• Learn all aspects of sewing—from how to use the tools of the trade to how to make simple and complex alterations
• Master how to meet high quality and service expectations following our guidelines
• Understand how to balance your workload so you can promptly complete your projects
• Develop product knowledge through awareness of fit, style, construction and trends

You own this if you have…

• Clear, professional communication with coworkers and customers
• Basic math and measuring skills
• The ability to stay organized, prioritize multiple tasks and keep calm in a fast-paced environment
• The ability to quickly learn new processes and procedures
• A high level of ownership, accountability and initiative
• The ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs

Pay Range Details

The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.

Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

$19.00 - $29.75 Hourly

We’ve got you covered…

Benefits

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_07-14_Variable_ES-US.pdf

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