Job Summary The Tailor/Seamstress Team Lead's primary responsibility is to sew garments either to repair or to alter to customer's tastes and to operate on sewing equipment.

What we can offer you

Join a team where work is as rewarding as it is fun! We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment with competitive pay and benefits. Enjoy comprehensive health and wellness coverage and a 401(k) match to invest in your future. Prioritize your well-being with paid time off and eight paid holidays. Grow your career with continuous learning and leadership development. Plus, build community by joining one of our Colleague Resource Groups and make a difference through our volunteer opportunities.

Some additional benefits we offer include Merchandise discounts Performance-based incentives Annual merit review Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice Access the full menu of benefits offerings

What you will do Perform alterations on garments including but not limited to reconstruction of backs, sides, collars, and bodices, inserting shoulder pads, taking out hems to lengthen, shortening lengths, and adding cuffs Repair garments by replacing buttons, mending holes, and replacing hemlines Give advice regarding the fit and care of garments to customers Write up alterations tickets recording the details of the alterations being made on the garment Press and steam garments before returning to customer Be knowledgeable of styles, fits, and fabrics to better serve the customer Supervise alterations staff in daily tasks Provide training and coaching to alterations staff regarding fit Ensure all procedures, policies, and standards are understood and followed by colleagues Maintain alterations supplies and alert OVM of supply needs Follows shortage programs and procedures Perform other duties as necessary Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities Who you are High School or GED Prior experience a plus Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to communicate and share information with diverse groups of customers and peers Resourceful and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities Resourceful self-starter, works well independently as well as part of a team, and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities Ability to work a flexible schedule with retail hours, including day, evening, weekends, and/or holidays Essential Physical Requirements Position requires prolonged periods of standing/walking around store or department May involve reaching, crouching, kneeling, stooping and color vision Frequent use of computers and other technology, necessary to perform job functions, including handheld equipment, cash register and ability to process register transactions Frequently lift/move up to 25lbs About Us

This is a great time to join Macy’s! Whether you’re helping a customer find the perfect gift, streamlining operations in one of our distribution centers, enhancing our online shopping experience, buying in-style and on-trend merchandise to outfit our customers, or designing a balloon for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, we offer unique opportunities to be part of some of the most memorable moments in people’s lives.

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