Sample Garment Craftsman

2 weeks ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Fouche & Co Recruitment Full time
Key Responsibilities

As a skilled Sample Hand Machinist, you will be responsible for constructing high-quality sample garments according to technical specifications and designs. This involves operating industrial sewing machines and specialized equipment to produce precise and accurate samples.

You will work closely with designers and pattern makers to understand design and construction details, providing feedback on feasibility and suggesting improvements. Your attention to detail and quality will ensure that samples meet the highest standards and accurately represent the design concept.

Qualifications / Experience

To be successful in this role, you will require a strong understanding of garment construction techniques and fabric properties. A matric or equivalent qualification, along with vocational training in fashion design or garment construction, is preferred. You will also need 2-3 years of experience in garment construction, with proficiency in operating industrial sewing machines and equipment.

Skills and Attributes

This role requires a strong attention to detail and quality, as well as the ability to construct zips, buttons, and other fasteners. Experience with woven and knit fabrics is essential, and you will need to be able to work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced production environment.

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Sample Hand Machinist to join our team at Fouche & Co Recruitment. If you have a passion for garment construction and a strong attention to detail, we would love to hear from you.



  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Fouche & Co Recruitment Full time

    Key ResponsibilitiesWe are seeking a skilled Hand Machinist to join our team at Fouche & Co Recruitment. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for constructing high-quality sample garments that meet our design and quality standards.Collaborate with our design team to understand design and construction details.Operate industrial sewing machines...

  • Sample Machinist

    4 weeks ago


    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa TFG Design Centre Full time

    {"h1": "Sample Machinist Position at TFG Design Centre", "p": "We are seeking a skilled Sample Machinist to join our team at TFG Design Centre. As a Sample Machinist, you will be responsible for creating high-quality sample garments that meet our quality standards and requirements.", "ul": [{"li": "Assemble sample garments from beginning to end, ensuring...

  • Sample Machinist

    3 weeks ago


    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa TFG Design Centre Full time

    Job Title: Sample MachinistAt TFG Design Centre, we are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Sample Machinist to join our team.Key Responsibilities:Assemble and complete sample garments according to quality standards and requirements.Liaise with pattern makers to ensure accurate garment construction and resolve any pattern discrepancies or fabric...

  • Sample Machinist

    1 week ago


    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa TFG Design Centre Full time

    {"h1": "Sample Machinist Position at TFG Design Centre", "p": "We are seeking a skilled Sample Machinist to join our team at TFG Design Centre. As a Sample Machinist, you will be responsible for creating high-quality sample garments according to our quality standards and requirements.", "ul": [{"li": "Assemble sample garments from beginning to end and ensure...

  • Pattern Designer

    2 weeks ago


    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa TFG Design Centre Full time

    Pattern Designer Job DescriptionAt TFG Design Centre, we are seeking a skilled Pattern Designer to join our team. As a Pattern Designer, you will be responsible for creating high-quality patterns for our garments using Lectra software.Key Responsibilities:Create accurate and efficient patterns for garments using Lectra softwareCollaborate with designers to...

  • Fashion Technologist

    1 month ago


    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa O'Brien Recruitment Full time

    About the Role:O'Brien Recruitment is seeking a skilled Pattern Maker to join our team in Cape Town. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for creating patterns, applying grading, making markers, and performing other system-related functions.Key Responsibilities:Measure and create patterns for garmentsCheck samples for construction and...

  • Pattern Maker

    1 month ago


    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa O'Brien Recruitment Full time

    About the Role:O'Brien Recruitment is seeking a skilled Pattern Maker to join our team in Cape Town. As a key member of our production team, you will be responsible for creating patterns, applying grading, making markers, and performing other system-related functions.Key Responsibilities:Measure and create patterns for garmentsCheck samples for construction...

  • Pattern Designer

    1 month ago


    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa TFG Design Centre Full time

    Job Title: Pattern DesignerAt TFG Design Centre, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Pattern Designer to join our team. As a Pattern Designer, you will play a crucial role in creating high-quality patterns for our garments, ensuring accurate interpretation, proportion, and fit.Key Responsibilities:Create patterns on computer using Lectra and...

  • Pattern Maker

    1 week ago


    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa O'Brien Recruitment Full time

    Job Title: Pattern MakerWe are seeking a skilled Pattern Maker to join our team at O'Brien Recruitment. As a Pattern Maker, you will be responsible for creating patterns, applying grading, making markers, and performing other system-related functions.Key Responsibilities:Measuring of patterns and samplesChecking samples for construction and against technical...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Adidas Full time

    Job Title: Senior Specialist Local Sourcing Merchandising CoordinatorJob Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Specialist Local Sourcing Merchandising Coordinator to join our team at Adidas. As a key member of our local sourcing department, you will be responsible for developing and coordinating the locally manufactured range to meet global...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Ciovita Full time

    Main Responsibilities:We are seeking a skilled DTP Designer/Operator to oversee the accurate placement of orders from our Creative Studio into the correct patterns, graded to relevant sizes, and ensure precise artwork.This includes conducting test prints to verify logos print in high resolution and colors match approved artwork or samples.Key Tasks:Utilize...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Ciovita Full time

    {"title": "DTP Designer/Operator", "description": "Main ResponsibilitiesWe are seeking a detail-oriented DTP Operator to join our clothing manufacturing team.The ideal candidate will ensure all orders from the Creative Studio are accurately placed into the correct patterns, graded to relevant sizes, and that the artwork is precise.This includes conducting...

  • Sample Machinist

    6 months ago


    Cape Town, South Africa TFG Design Centre Full time

    Position Description:A position has become available for a Sample Machinist at TFG Design Centre. You will be required to:-          complete a total sample garment according to quality standards and requirements.  -          assemble the sample garment from beginning to end and pass it on  to the finishers-          liaise...

  • Sample Hand Machinist

    1 month ago


    Cape Town, South Africa Fouche & Co Recruitment Full time

    Key ResponsibilitiesFollow technical sketches, patterns, and specifications to construct sample garments.Operate sewing machines and specialized equipment to produce samples.Collaborate with designers and pattern makers to understand design and construction details.Provide feedback on construction feasibility and suggest improvements.Ensure samples meet...

  • Sample Hand Machinist

    1 month ago


    Cape Town, South Africa Fouche & Co Recruitment Full time

    Key Responsibilities Follow technical sketches, patterns, and specifications to construct sample garments. Operate sewing machines and specialized equipment to produce samples. Collaborate with designers and pattern makers to understand design and construction details. Provide feedback on construction feasibility and suggest improvements. Ensure samples meet...

  • Sample Hand Machinist

    1 month ago


    Cape Town, South Africa Adzuna ZA B C2 Full time

    Key ResponsibilitiesFollow technical sketches, patterns, and specifications to construct sample garments.Operate sewing machines and specialized equipment to produce samples.Collaborate with designers and pattern makers to understand design and construction details.Provide feedback on construction feasibility and suggest improvements.Ensure samples meet...


  • Cape Town, South Africa Truworths Full time

    Truworths is looking for experienced Sample Room Administrator to join their dynamic team. The Sample Room Administrator provides administrative support to the team to ensure efficient performance of the department. Acts as a connecting link between the Patternmakers, Machinists, Merchandisers and Sample Room. Back-up for the Sample Room Cutter in case of...


  • Cape Town, South Africa Traut Personnel Full time

    **Have you managed and been responsible for the technical planning and flow of samples through the Design Room? Can you manage a technical team of Patternmakers, Sample Hands and monitor the critical path between Design, Garment Development and Production? This Design Studio offers excellent working conditions and benefits if you have the necessary...

  • Sample Machinist

    5 months ago


    Cape Town, South Africa Cape Union Mart International Full time

    A new opportunity has just become available for a Sample Machinist who can add value to our Green Thread Design Studio. **Duties and Responsibilities**: - To produce a sample garment according to quality standards and requirements with simplified construction methods, on time quickly. - Assemble the sample garment from beginning to end following fabric,...

  • Sample Room Supervisor

    4 months ago


    Cape Town, South Africa Truworths Full time

    Truworths is looking for experienced Sample Room Supervisor to join their dynamic team. The Sample Room Supervisor will be responsible for managing a team of patternmakers, cutters, sewing machinists, graders and maker makers. Ensuring the teams accuracy and efficiency meets customer requirements and critical path deadline dates **Key Responsibilities**:...

  • Sample Machinist

    2 months ago


    Western Cape, South Africa The Foschini Group Full time

    A position has become available for Sample Machinists at Prestige Clothing. **Responsibilities**: - Assemble a garment from start to finish using information from a pattern or Sample Bag (green seal) sent from Design Centre - Operate all machines used to make a sample garment - Find ways to make assembling of the garment production...

  • Sample Room Supervisor

    4 months ago


    Cape Town, South Africa Traut Personnel Full time

    **Are you a highly skilled, technical Sample Room Supervisor, responsible for managing a team of Patternmakers, Graders, Sewing Machinists and Marker Makers? Your key responsibilities would include the teams accuracy and efficiency meeting customer requirements and critical path deadlines.** - **Job Description**_ - Ensure that internal processes and quality...


  • Cape Town, South Africa Traut Personnel Full time

    **The team is responsible for bringing garments to life by consistently producing high-quality product. The Patternmaker will be based in Durban and will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and precision of garments. They will use their knowledge in pattern reading, fabric and garment construction to ensure customers receive high-quality product.** -...

  • Pattern Maker

    4 months ago


    Cape Town, South Africa Cape Union Mart International Full time

    An exciting career opportunity for a Pattern Maker at our Green Thread - Design Studio. The incumbent must have Design Centre or manufacturing working experience with sound technical knowledge in pattern and garment construction. **Duties and Responsibilities**: - Must be able to make Manual Patterns as well as Digital (Gerber). - Ensure consistent fit and...


  • Cape Town, South Africa Traut Personnel Full time

    **A great opportunity with a leading new Design Centre. Gerber Patternmaking experience is essential. Excellent package and good working conditions.** - Must be able to make manual patterns as well as digital (Gerber). - Ensure consistent fit and sizing for all new developments. - Must have experience in men’s and ladies’ patterns. - Ability to create...


  • Cape Town, South Africa Traut Personnel Full time

    **An opportunity for a good, computerised Patternmaker with solid Clothing Design Centre/Manufacturing experience required to join a dynamic team in Retail.** - **Job Description**_ - Pattern digitising. - Digitising hard copy patterns into the Lectra/Gerber pattern system. - Maintain pattern numbering system within fit categories. - Position markers. -...

  • Pattern Maker

    4 months ago


    Cape Town, South Africa Lovu South Africa Full time

    A great opportunity with a clothing range in Montague Gardens Cape Town. - Must be able to make manual patterns - Ensure consistent fit and sizing for all new developments. - Must have experience in men’s and ladies’ patterns but mostly dresses tops and womenswear - Ability to create patterns from samples as well as pictures. - Maintaining a pattern...

  • BUYERS ASSISTANT

    13 hours ago


    Cape Town, South Africa Woolworths Full time

    Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain Location: Cape Town Contract: Permanent EE position: No Introduction To achieve the team’s goals by providing administrative support to the Buyer to ensure the smooth running of the department/portfolio. Responsibilities - Assist in ensuring the product range is delivered timeously to...


  • Cape Town, South Africa Cape Union Mart International Full time

    **Purpose**: To provide full technical and general administrative support to the Technologists with specific focuses: - Data collation for reporting purposes - Ensuring the accuracy and maintenance of reporting structure is in place - Accuracy on sample tracking and measuring **Responsibilities**: - Information collation/Reporting: Quarterly reporting on...


  • Cape Town, South Africa Superbalist Full time

    We're looking for people who: - are decisive - are continuously learning & improving - think big - are proactive - obsess about the customer and the customer experience - are accountable - collaborate - are trustworthy, approachable and open minded - simplify processes and solve complexity - diverse and inclusive If that sounds exciting to you, then you...


  • Cape Town, South Africa Truworths Full time

    At Truworths, you'll find a dynamic business environment where our staff is constantly challenged to reinvent the way we do business in order to keep us at the forefront of the South African fashion industry. Take a walk through our stores or offices and you'll encounter an infectious love of fashion and a tangible will to succeed among the people who make...

  • Raw Materials Buyer

    4 months ago


    Cape Town, South Africa Traut Personnel Full time

    **Working in this dynamic Fashion Brands environment, your purpose in this role would be to support the Buyer in the administration of the brand and to provide support and solutions to the Brand team to ensure optimal administrative efficiency, with emphasis on supporting the Buyer in the process from initial product development and costing.** - **Job...