Alterations & Upcycling Specialist | Tailor

UNIQLO; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick & Wellness Time Off

401k Plan

30% Employee Merchandise Discount

Employee Referral Bonus

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

UNIQLO in New York is seeking an Alterations/Repair Specialist to tailor clothing to custom specs, alter pants, and create renewed pieces for Re-Uniqlo.

You will use fabrics knowledge, operate industrial sewing machines, and maintain UNIQLO standards while engaging guests about Re-Uniqlo & Re-Use initiatives. Flexible schedule with part-time or full-time options; benefits available.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months sewing/fitting experience in alterations or tailoring
• High School Diploma or GED
• Strong communication skills; fluency in English required

Responsibilities

• Execute basic repair services within a timely manner
• Sew hems of pants with an industrial sewing machine
• Trim excess threads using scissors
• Measure, cut and sew hems following seams, edges, or markings on pants
• Alter pants’ hemlines to fit individual customers
• Operate sewing machines such as lock stitch, blind stitch, and serge machines
• Ensure repairs and alterations meet UNIQLO standards
• Act as a brand representative for Re-Uniqlo & Re-Use initiatives, repairs and donations
• Potentially create upcycled clothing items
• Occasionally use POS system to support customer returns
• Maintain brand and operational standards (visual, cleanliness)
• Assist in meeting UNIQLO service standards and values

Skills

Sewing

Customer communication

Fluency in English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Industrial sewing machine

Job description

UNIQLO in New York is seeking an Alterations/Repair Specialist to tailor clothing to custom specs, alter pants, and create renewed pieces for Re-Uniqlo.

You will use fabrics knowledge, operate industrial sewing machines, and maintain UNIQLO standards while engaging guests about Re-Uniqlo & Re-Use initiatives. Flexible schedule with part-time or full-time options; benefits available.