Seamstress/Tailor

Seamstress/Tailor PositionThe 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.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Perform quality alterations on merchandise at store locationFollow ticket instructions and markings based on Guest specificationsAccommodate Guests with on the spot alterations when requested by Store LeadersMeet deadlines and Guest expectations for merchandise alterationsAbility to work a flexible schedule, which may include mornings, evenings, and weekends, and the day of/day after Thanksgiving and Christmas, based upon store and business needsUse Buckle provided sewing machine and supplies to perform alterationsMeasure and mark alteration linesPin altering folds or mark on cloth at seam to indicate alterations in progressRemove stitches from garment, using ripper or razor bladeResew merchandise using needle and thread or sewing machinePress merchandise, using a hand iron or steamerRepair defective merchandiseRemove spots or stains from merchandiseRecord all work and follow through on the alteration logRecord required alterations and instructionsUphold specified productivity guidelines, generally four jean alterations per hourMaintain a clean, organized and stocked work area and inform a Leader when additional supplies are neededFlexible with hours as they may fluctuate seasonally based upon business needOpen-minded for review on the amount of work that needs to be re-doneCommunicate any policy violations to Store Manager, District Manager, and/or Human Resources in a timely, confidential mannerProvide feedback to Store Manager, Assistant Manager, and Floor Leaders regarding merchandise handling concernsUnderstand and apply the Buckle's Code of Ethics and all Buckle's policies, procedures, and handbookFulfill mission statement by performing job duties with a high level of customer service while contributing to a positive team spiritSpecial projects and other duties as assignedSupervisory Responsibilities:This job has no supervisory responsibilities.Part-time Benefits Available (after applicable waiting period): Teammate Discount Performance Bonuses Employee Assistance Program 401(k) (subject to additional requirements) Paid Sick Time (where required by state) Employee Assistance ProgramEducation and/or Experience:High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related sewing, fitting, and alteration experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Additional Requirements:Due to the nature of the job, must be 18 years of age or older. Physical Demands:While performing the duties of this Job, the Teammate is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The Teammate is frequently required to walk; climb or balance, jump, and talk or hear. The Teammate is occasionally required to sit. Physical ability to lift and maneuver 25lbs throughout the store and backroom. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Work Environment:While performing the duties of this job, the Teammate regularly works in a retail store setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Equal Employment Opportunity:Buckle is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified Teammates from the available workforce in the communities we serve. Equal employment opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Buckle, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination and retaliation because of veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, national origin or ancestry, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), or any other protected characteristic as established by applicable local, state, or federal law. For state specific information, refer to the Teammate Center.