Tailor & Alterations Specialist — Fit & Craft

Nordstrom, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Merchandise discount

EAP resources

Job summary

Nordstrom, Inc. is seeking a Tailor/Fitter in San Diego to measure, fit, and alter garments for customers with precision and care. You will complete fittings quickly, follow Nordstrom service standards, and collaborate with the Alterations & Store Team to meet productivity goals.

Strong sewing and tailoring skills, clear communication, and the ability to manage multiple customer requests in a fast-paced environment are essential. Flexible scheduling supports store needs.

Qualifications

• Previous fitting, tailoring, and sewing 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

Responsibilities

• Measure customers for size, fit garments on customers, and mark areas requiring alterations
• Perform and complete customer fittings on time, and sewing alterations, according to Nordstrom guidelines and service standards
• 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
• Educate customers, and employees on proper fit, style, construction, and trend in a professional and friendly manner

Skills

Fitting

Tailoring

Sewing

Communication

Organization

Tools

Sewing machine

Pressing equipment

Alterations tools

Job description

Nordstrom, Inc. is seeking a Tailor/Fitter in San Diego to measure, fit, and alter garments for customers with precision and care. You will complete fittings quickly, follow Nordstrom service standards, and collaborate with the Alterations & Store Team to meet productivity goals.

Strong sewing and tailoring skills, clear communication, and the ability to manage multiple customer requests in a fast-paced environment are essential. Flexible scheduling supports store needs.