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Pattern Maker

International Uniforms Nigeria Limited - Lagos


Posted: Nov 12th, 2019

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Established since 1980, the company has been producing distinctively styled uniforms and workwear for both individuals and corporate organizations. With the recent procurement and installation of modern, automated ready-made garment-making machines, and the employment of experienced expatriates.


Responsibilities

  • Compute dimensions of patterns according to sizes, considering stretching of the material.
  • Create a master pattern for each size within a range of garment sizes, using charts, drafting instruments, computers, and/or grading devices.
  • Create a paper pattern from which to mass-produce a design concept.
  • Determine the best layout of pattern pieces to minimize waste of material, and mark fabric accordingly.
  • Discuss design specifications with designers, and convert their original models of garments into patterns of separate parts that can be laid out on a length of fabric.
  • Draw details on outlined parts to indicate where parts are to be joined, as well as the positions of pleats, pockets, buttonholes, and other features, using computers or drafting instruments.
  • Draw outlines of pattern parts by adapting or copying existing patterns, or by drafting new patterns.
  • Examine sketches, sample articles, and design specifications to determine quantities, shapes, and sizes of pattern parts, and to determine the amount of material or fabric required to make a product.
  • Mark samples and finished patterns with information such as garment size, section, style, identification, and sewing instructions.
  • Position and cut out master or sample patterns, using scissors and knives, or print out copies of patterns, using computers.
  • Trace outlines of paper onto cardboard patterns, and cut patterns into parts to make templates.

Minimum: OND
Experience: 5-7 year(s)
Location: Lagos
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Negotiable
Expires: 12-12-2019

General Requirements

  • Minimum of OND in Clothing and Garment related courses.
  • Minimum of 5 years experienced in Clothing and Garment Making Industries.