Bridal & Couture Sample Machinist

Vivienne Westwood; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Vivienne Westwood seeks a Bridal & Couture Sample Machinist to join their London team. The role involves collaborating with designers, sewing high-quality garments, and ensuring craftsmanship meets designer standards. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience and a proactive attitude. Benefits include staff discounts, health support, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Staff discounts

Training

Health & Wellbeing support

Cycle to work scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Pension Scheme

Opportunity to develop new skills

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Positive and proactive in their work attitude.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Study and understand design sketches and patterns.
• Sew and join fabric pieces with precision.
• Conduct quality checks at various stages of garment construction.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Calm under pressure

Job description

Vivienne Westwood is one of the most iconic British Fashion Brands who cares and believes in its people and the environment. If you’re interested in being part of an organisation that produces quality products, promotes awareness for a better world, and provides a excellent benefits package to support its employees, keep reading….

Vivienne Westwood’s Bridal & Couture Sample Machinist will work in the Bridal and Couture department in the London Head Office.

Key Responsibilities

• Study and understand design sketches, patterns, and specifications provided by the Pattern Cutter or the Designer.
• Collaborate closely with Designers to clarify any ambiguities and ensure accurate interpretation of the design concept.
• Understanding and reading of garment patterns to ensure they match the Designer’s specifications.
• To be able to work with all fabrics and to understand their properties. Such as silk satin, taffeta, duchesse, chiffon, velvet, sequins, lace and lace border and inserts.
• Operate industrial sewing machines and other equipment to assemble garments.
• Sew and join fabric pieces with precision, paying attention to seam allowances, stitching techniques, and finishing details.
• Add embellishments, trims, and other decorative elements to enhance the garment's aesthetic appeal.
• Pay close attention to fine details, such as hand stitching, to achieve a high level of craftsmanship.
• Conduct quality checks at various stages of garment construction to ensure the final product meets the Designer's standards.
• Make any necessary adjustments or corrections to achieve the desired quality.
• Collaborate with other members of the design and production team to address any issues and ensure a smooth workflow and to bring the design concept to fruition.
• Produce prototypes and high-quality bespoke garments based on the designer's specifications.
• Work efficiently to meet tight deadlines and production schedules.
• Prioritise tasks and manage time effectively to ensure timely delivery of samples.
  
  
  

Profile & Key Skills

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Positive and proactive in their work attitude.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Available to work overtime during show periods.
  
  
  

(Please note this is not an exhaustive list of duties and you may be required to perform additional duties to fulfil the requirements of the role)

Benefits

• Staff discounts
• Training
• Health & Wellbeing support (includes Private Medical Health Insurance, EAP, Gym Discounts, Access to Financial Planning Service, etc.)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Pension Scheme
• Opportunity to develop new skills and progress in your career
• Opportunity to work for a company that cares and believes in its people and the environment
  
  
  

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

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