Master Cutter

REF 1692637
15.12.2024 | Abu Dhabi | full time
General
Location: Abu Dhabi
Occupancy: full time
Description
We are looking for a Professional Cutting Master and Pattern Maker.
Ability to communicate with the design team
Detail-oriented.
Must know how to manage time and keep the workspace organized.
Must know how to grade garments and make alterations.
Keep a detailed record of daily work and complete day-to-day tasks assigned; ability to meet
Requirements
Primary Responsibilities
• Making garments (e.g. gowns, dresses, blouses, shirts, pants, skirts, and
jackets):
o Marking patterns and designs or using pre-designed ones to cut fabric
into the necessary shapes;
o being able to draft, drape, and translate designs from concept to
delivery;
o being able to imagine how the end garment will look like from the
pattern design; and
• Altering and repairing garments:
o Fixing torn or damaged clothing, as well as adjusting clothes to better fit customers; and
o ensuring proper measurements, adjustments, and fittings.
• Working directly with customers:
o Discussing with customers regarding their desired specifications for clothes;
o giving customers recommendations regarding fabrics, colours, and styles;
o showing customers samples of different fabrics and explaining the qualities of each one;
o taking measurements; and
o ensuring alterations are done on time for when the customer returns.
• Defining technical specifications for the garments and being
knowledgeable about fabrics, patterns, shapes, and colours: o Selecting and testing different fabrics;
o knowing about pattern-making and fittings, adapting and creating patterns as needed; and
o keeping up-to-date with the latest fashion trends and techniques, as well as finding the best quality fabrics.
• Using specialized equipment such as industrial sewing machines and irons.
• Organizing and maintaining fabrics, trims, and other materials.
• Preparing a budget based on time of work, costs of fabrics, and any special
materials necessary.
Daily Tasks
• Creating, altering, and repairing garments.
• Working with different fabrics.
• Estimating costs and materials.
• Maintaining a network of customers, vendors, and suppliers.
Provisions
Salary: to be discussed
Publisher
direct employer
up to 50 employees