About this Alterations/Repair Specialist role at Uniqlo
Position Overview:
A tailor is needed to alter clothing items according to custom specifications and needs. In this position, the Alterations/Repair Specialist will use their knowledge of fabrics, sewing, fashion and the marketplace in order to alter pants for customers. Additionally, this individual will be responsible for communicating about Re-Uniqlo to guests and creating unique renewed clothing.
Key Responsibilities:
- Execute basic repair services within a timely manner
- Sew hem of pants with 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
- Working knowledge of sewing machines such as lock stitch, blind stitch, and serge machines
- Ensure repairs and alterations are done to Uniqlo’s standard
- 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, etc.)
- Manage customer needs and exceed expectations by utilizing the UNIQLO service standard, following the UNIQLO Fundamental Principles and saying the 6 standard phrases.
Requirements:
- At least six (6) months prior sewing/ fitting experience in an alterations or tailoring department
- High School Diploma or GED
- Strong communication skills
- Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds
- Ability to work a flexible schedule that meets the business needs, including evenings and weekends
Salary:
$21.50 per hour*
*The offered salary or salary range is based on several factors, including, but not limited to, overall experience, relevant experience, education level, certifications, applicable skills and expertise, and location of the position.
The Company is committed to equal pay initiatives and will not ask candidates for their current or past salary.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Fast Retailing does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
The Company is committed to equal pay initiatives and will not ask candidates for their current or past salary.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Fast Retailing does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
