Seamstress Associate

Seamstress Associate Location: 1286 Bandera Rd, San Antonio, TX 78228 Business: Starline Costumes Date posted: Dec 22nd Pay Rate Starting At: $16.
50 Want to be a part of something FUN? Positions are available to be a part of our Team that support and bring to life our clients visions.
Working with a group of talented professionals, you can do something unique and gratifying that will create memorable experiences for countless people to come.
We are looking for someone who has advanced costuming skills and proficient in alterations/ costume repairs and willingness to be trained in specific techniques and styles.
Starline Costumes Seamstress Associate Job Summary: A Seamstress Associate works behind the scenes providing critical support to our clients.
They perform repairs on costume pieces and full costumes, assist in building new costumes as required for individual customers and special Events.
This position will also assist in our costume shop on the register and restocking floor when needed.
Responsibilities: Complete basic sewing tasks daily including, but not limited to, putting in a zipper with a sewing machine, machine buttonholes, etc.
Perform daily repairs on costumes including, but not limited to, repairing rips, replacing zippers, and changing/replacing trim Assist Costumers with fittings and then alter costumes (e.
g.
, replace zippers, make costumes smaller or larger to accommodate customers size, measure and sew hems) Construct new costumes from a pattern or be able to create your own pattern according to customer request for (i.
e.
, pinning and cutting fabric, pinning pieces together and sewing either by hand or on a machine) Use various industrial sewing machines, overlock machines, irons, steamers, needles, scissors, seam rippers, razor blades, etc.
to complete alterations and repairs Executing best in class and service strategies by putting customers first in everything you do.
Provide value to our customers by delivering a friendly in store shopping experience.
Ability to communicate, manage and build relationships with customers and fellow associates.
Associates are expected to work a schedule that aligns to customer and business needs.
Associates are responsible for supporting an environment that promotes engagement.
Freight processing and stocking product while maintaining an organized stockroom.
Comply with merchandise receiving, safety and handling guidelines.
Climbing ladders is required to re-stock and obtain merchandise for our customers.
Cleaning, store recovery and end cap maintenance is required.
Ability to regularly lift/move up to 30 pounds.
Ability to work cooperatively as a team or alone to efficiently complete assigned tasks.
Report on time ready to take directions from the Manager on Duty.
Daily clean-up of work areas.
Maintain thorough communication skills and ask questions when clarification is required.
Other duties as assigned by shift lead or management.
Qualified Candidates: Must be at least 18 years of age At least one year of experience operating industrial sewing machines Strong knowledge of garment construction, fit, and design Ability to cut from both patterns and markers Takes accurate measurements (i.
e.
, measurements with tape for length of skirts, sleeve lengths, torso measurements, etc.
) and alter costumes accordingly Experience with straight stitch and “overlock” (invisible stitching) Knowledge of industrial sewing machines, hot glue guns and heat guns that rebound plastic Works with a variety of fabric types Follows patterns and instructions Self-directed to complete tasks independently Can complete repetitive tasks while maintaining quality Communicates well with Associates, management, and customers Requires year-round availability for holidays and weekends, and then full availability during our peak times of the year Keep SAFETY the top priority while completing assignments.
Additional Information: SCHEDULE AVAILABILITY We are looking for someone with availability from 11am-6pm Tuesday-Friday, 11am-5pm Saturdays Periwinkle Trading Company LLC, DBA Starline Costumes is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
At-Will Employment: Your employment with the Periwinkle Trading Company LLC, DBA Starline Costumes, is "at will," and thus you or Periwinkle Trading Company LLC, DBA Starline Costumes may terminate our employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or advance notice.
The Company reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to change your compensation and/or employee benefits at any time on a prospective basis.
Additional Agreements: As a condition of your employment, you agree to execute any additional agreements required by the Company at the start of your employment.
This includes any agreements that relate to your confidentiality or intellectual property assignment obligations to the Company.
You further agree that at all times during your employment (and afterwards as applicable), you will be bound by, and will fully comply with, these additional agreements.
Contingencies: For purposes of federal immigration law, you will be required to provide to the Company documentary evidence of your identity and eligibility for employment in the United States.
Such documentation must be provided to us within three business days following the start of your employment, or our employment may be terminated.
A valid government issued photo ID is required for this position.