Alterations & Tailor Shop - Sewer - Michigan Avenue

Nordstrom, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision

Dental

Retirement

PTO

Life Insurance

Disability

Merch Discount

EAP Resources

Job summary

Nordstrom, Inc. is seeking a Sewer/Presser to provide top-notch alterations service, delivering high-quality sewing and pressing work to customers.

The role supports the Alterations & Store Team and emphasizes efficient, accurate task completion in a fast-paced retail environment. Ideal candidates have 2-3 years of sewing experience, strong communication, and the ability to stay organized while handling multiple customer requests.

Qualifications

• Previous sewing and pressing experience preferred, minimum 2-3 years.
• Clear, professional communication with coworkers and customers.
• Ability to stay organized and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and safely operate sewing and pressing machinery.
• Ability to embrace a flexible working schedule based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform and complete sewer and pressing tasks according to Nordstrom guidelines and service standards.
• Execute workload, follow through on customer needs, and complete items on time.
• Meet department and individual productivity goals while following proper processes and procedures.
• Utilize store technology to manage and organize customer alteration needs.
• Deliver customer expectations through teamwork and collaboration within the Alterations & Store Team.

Skills

Sewing

Pressing

Communication

Organization

Flexibility

Job description

Job Description

The ideal Sewer/Presser provides each customer with the best possible service through the quality of their craft.

A day in the life...

• Perform and complete sewer and pressing tasks according to Nordstrom guidelines and service standards
• Execute workload, follow through on customer needs, and complete items on time
• Meet department and individual productivity goals while following proper processes and procedures
• Utilize store technology to manage and organize customer alteration needs
• Deliver customer expectations through teamwork and collaboration within the Alterations & Store Team

You own this if you have...

• Previous sewing and pressing experience, preferred minimum of 2-3 years
• Clear, professional communication with coworkers and customers
• The ability to stay organized and prioritize multiple tasks and customer requests in a fast-paced environment
• A willingness to learn, and safely operate sewing and pressing machinery, and standard alterations equipment
• The ability to embrace a flexible working 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.

$18.25 - $30.75 Hourly

We’ve got you covered...

Our employees are our most important asset and that's reflected in our benefits.Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• 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

A few more important points...

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.

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