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An established industry player seeks an industrial sewing machinist to join a dynamic team in Milton Keynes. This role requires expertise in garment construction using industrial sewing machines and the ability to work independently or collaboratively. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, showcasing excellent finishing skills and a keen attention to detail. With opportunities to work on diverse projects for various clients, this position promises to be both challenging and rewarding. Join a creative team dedicated to producing high-quality costumes for the entertainment and hospitality sectors, where your contributions will truly make a difference.
Costume Designer & Chief Executive at James Maciver Costumes Ltd
Salary: £12.31 to £14.93 per hour
Location: MK46 5ED
Job Summary:
We are looking for an industrial sewing machinist to join the James Maciver Costumes team. The ideal candidate will be confident in using an industrial sewing machine within a workroom environment and be able to construct garments in a timely manner.
We are looking for someone with over 1 year of employment experience of working with industrial sewing machines within a studio or workroom environment.
They will be required to work closely with a team of Creative Costume Makers/Machinists or independently on specific projects assigned to them.
The role will be based at the creative studio in Milton Keynes and be responsible to the Workroom Supervisor.
The role is physically demanding and will require long periods of sitting at machinery; you may also be asked to maneuver boxes/rolls of fabric.
Duties:
Essential skills and qualifications:
We are an ever-expanding team and encourage all our staff to progress, work on new projects, and build on their skills.
About James Maciver Costumes:
We are a fast-paced dynamic and creative expanding team of 27 employees based in Milton Keynes, working with clients around the UK and Internationally. Our clients range from independent artists to large scale companies within the entertainment and hospitality industry with various requirements and needs.
We work on various seasonal calendar events throughout the whole year including but not limited to Christmas, Gay pride, New Year, and Easter.
Values:
Our values are to provide a professional, dependable, and bespoke service. We pride ourselves on designing and producing high-quality products for our clients however large or small.
Hours and environment:
Your normal working week will be 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday with a 30-minute lunch break. You will be asked to work additional hours paid at the agreed rate of contract. You will be working in a shared studio space with access to free parking dependent on availability.
Holiday entitlement:
You will receive 20 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata). We operate an employee loyalty scheme and an additional 5 days’ holiday is given with service.
Other information:
James Maciver Costumes takes the health and safety of all its employees, workers, contractors, or customers very seriously. Within this role, you will be expected to ensure that you work safely and take responsibility for your own health and wellbeing as well as others around you.
Further information regarding the health and safety standards can be found in the health and safety policy.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Entertainment