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Prickly Pear Quilts
1200 Cedar Street
Helena, MT 59601
406.442.PEAR (7327)
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Sunday: 12pm-4pm

We're Hiring!






46 S. Last Chance Gulch . Helena, MT 59601 . 406.442.7327
connie@pricklypearquilts.com

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Seeking a Team Member

Good news! Prickly Pear Quilts (PPQ) has really grown over the last seven years. Bad news! Connie's only one person and even though she's pretty amazing at multi-tasking and juggling a multitude of priorities, it's becoming increasingly difficult for her to continue at this pace.

PPQ is seeking a 3/4 to full-time professional to join our team. Please review the desired qualifications listed below and if you or someone you know is interested, send a resume and images of completed quilts, garments, bags, etc. attn: Connie Roope, Prickly Pear Quilts, 46 S. Last Chance Gulch, Helena, MT 59601. Deadline - February 5, 2018
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PPQ is a fast paced environment. We offer quilters, garment sewers and crafters premier fabric, notions, patterns and sewing machines.  We combine the best of both worlds: the world of small town friendliness and work ethic with the world of corporate professionalism,
If you like to be challenged, rewarded and work with a great team, apply today!

This is a Lead Position - Salary - based on qualifications. Employee discount benefit

- Excellent organizational skills, the ability to work independently, think critically, and to adapt to different situations, and customers

- A self starter. Able to anticipate what needs to be done and handle responsibilities accordingly

- Ability to work successfully with a team, handling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines under pressure

- Dynamic presentation skills and ability to inspire sewing enthusiasts

- Ability to master, demonstrate and explain products; answer questions on our education and event programs and products; stay updated on product knowledge and be informed of any changes

- Handle customer concerns, provide appropriate solutions and alternatives within reasonable time limits; follow up to ensure resolution

- Higher than average ability with computer and software applications. Operate a computer for communication, education and presentations

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Ability to quickly learn and/or use sewing and embroidery machines, quilting machines and embroidery software


- Ability to trouble-shoot and problem solve machines and electronic systems

- Excellent writing skills

- Experience with social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram and the ability to add content

- Sewing and quilting skills required

- Ability to quickly learn fabric companies, designers and all things sewing

- High school diploma and customer service skills a must

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