Sewing & Alterations Specialist

The Buckle, Inc.; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid time off

Job summary

The Buckle, Inc. is seeking a Seamstress/Tailor in our Washington store to fulfill our mission of providing the most enjoyable shopping experience for guests. You will perform alterations, including hemming jeans and pants, to ensure merchandise meets guest expectations.

This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and a flexible schedule to cover mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed to support seasonal store needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 months related sewing/alteration experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality alterations on merchandise at store location.
• Follow ticket instructions and markings based on Guest specifications.
• Accommodate Guests with on the spot alterations when requested by Store Leaders.
• Meet deadlines and Guest expectations for merchandise alterations.
• Use Buckle provided sewing machine and supplies to perform alterations.
• Measure and mark alteration lines.
• Pin altering folds or mark on cloth at seam to indicate alterations in progress.
• Remove stitches from garment, using ripper or razor blade.
• Resew merchandise using needle and thread or sewing machine.
• Press merchandise, using a hand iron or steamer.
• Repair defective merchandise.
• Record all work and follow through on the alteration log.
• Maintain a clean, organized and stocked work area and inform a Leader when additional supplies are needed.
• Flexible with hours as they may fluctuate seasonally based upon business need.
• Fulfill mission statement by performing job duties with a high level of customer service while contributing to a positive team spirit.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sewing

Alterations

Quality focus

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Sewing machine

Job description

The Buckle, Inc. is seeking a Seamstress/Tailor in our Washington store to fulfill our mission of providing the most enjoyable shopping experience for guests. You will perform alterations, including hemming jeans and pants, to ensure merchandise meets guest expectations.

This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and a flexible schedule to cover mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed to support seasonal store needs.