Seamstress​/Tailor

Overview

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The Seamstress/Tailor position’s primary responsibility is to fulfill our mission statement, “to create the most enjoyable shopping experience possible for our Guests.” The Seamstress/Tailor performs a variety of operational tasks to support the execution of alterations in the store, including the hemming of jeans and pants.

Pay range: $15-$18/hr

The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

• Full-Time Teammate Benefits
• Health – Medical Coverage with two comprehensive plans, preventive care covered at 100%, virtual care access.
• Dental and Vision Insurance – Preventive and routine care.
• Virtual Care – 24/7 access to general, behavioral, and dermatology consultations.
• Mental Health Resources – Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free confidential counseling, wellness coaching, and self-care tools.
• Wealth – 401(k) with company match; HSA/FSA options; incentive-based bonuses; teammate discount (40% off Buckle products, 25% off Buckle gift cards).
• Peace of Mind
• Time Off – Vacation accrual based on role and service; sick time; floating holiday; bereavement leave; paid volunteer day for salaried teammates.
• Income Protection – Company-paid basic life and AD&D; optional life/disability coverage.
• Leave of Absence Support – Medical leave pay eligibility; guidance from Benefits Team.
• Supplemental Insurance Options – Accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity.
• Additional Benefits – Legal services, identity theft protection, pet insurance.
• Part-Time Teammate Benefits – Discounts, medical plan access, 401(k) with match, mental health resources, paid leave in applicable states.

This description intends to describe the general nature and level of work performed by Teammates assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties, responsibilities and qualifications. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 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

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts based on store needs
• 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 hand iron or steamer
• Repair defective merchandise
• Remove spots or stains from merchandise
• Record all work and follow through on the alteration log
• Record required alterations and instructions
• Uphold specified productivity guidelines (generally four jean alterations per hour)
• Maintain a clean, organized and stocked work area; inform Leader when additional supplies are needed
• Flexible with hours as they may fluctuate seasonally
• Open-minded for review on the amount of work that needs to be re-done
• Communicate policy violations to Store Manager, District Manager, and/or Human Resources in a timely, confidential manner
• Provide feedback to Store Manager, Assistant Manager, and Floor Leaders regarding merchandise handling concerns
• Understand and apply Buckle’s Code of Ethics and policies
• Fulfill mission statement by performing duties with high customer service and teamwork
• Special projects and other duties as assigned

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

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

Due to the nature of the job, must be 18 years of age or older.

Regular standing; use of hands; reaching; occasional sitting; ability to lift and maneuver up to 25 lbs; vision requirements.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Retail store setting; typical moderate noise level.

Buckle is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified teammates from the available workforce, without discrimination...

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