Machinist (12-Months FTC)

Pentex Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable fashion manufacturing company in the UK is looking for a skilled Machinist for a 12-month fixed term contract. The successful candidate will utilize industrial sewing machines to create high-quality garments from satin and woven fabrics. Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in the fashion industry and a strong attention to detail. This opportunity will allow you to work with delicate materials in a fast-paced environment, ensuring the quality and finish of each product while collaborating closely with designers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience operating industrial sewing machines in a fashion or textile manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience in satin and woven fabrics, including stretch and non‑stretch variations.
• Ability to work with fine materials, producing clean finishes and high‑end detailing.

Responsibilities

• Sew garments together using industrial sewing machines, ensuring detail and quality.
• Assemble and finish garments made from satin and woven fabrics according to production specs.
• Conduct quality checks on completed work and correct defects.

Skills

Industrial sewing machine operation

Attention to detail

Experience with satin and woven fabrics

Hand-eye coordination

Ability to read patterns

Job description

Machinist (12‑Months FTC) – Pentex Ltd

Reporting to: Pattern & Sample Room Manager

Job Type: 12‑month Fixed Term Contract (full time)

Key Contacts: Design Team

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced machinist with a strong background in handling satin and woven fabrics. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating initial garment samples based on design specifications, translating design ideas into physical garments, and collaborating with designers and pattern cutters. They will operate industrial sewing machines to assemble garments or textile components with precision and efficiency. Familiarity with delicate and high‑end materials is essential to ensure the quality, finish, and durability of the products.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a sample machinist looking to develop their career further within a fast‑paced environment.

Main Responsibilities:

• Using industrial sewing machines and other equipment to sew garments together, paying close attention to detail and quality.
• Sew, assemble, and finish garments made from satin and woven fabrics according to production specifications.
• Work from technical packs, patterns, and instructions to produce high‑quality garments.
• Ensure accuracy in stitching and garment construction, maintaining consistency in size and finish.
• Handle delicate satin and woven materials with care to prevent damage such as snags, pulls, or misalignment.
• Conduct quality checks on completed work and correct any defects or inconsistencies.
• Collaborate closely with designers and production managers to meet production timelines.
• Maintain machines and report any faults or maintenance issues promptly.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and company policies at all times.

Person Specification:

• Minimum 3 years of experience operating industrial sewing machines in a fashion or textile manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience in satin and woven fabrics, including stretch and non‑stretch variations.
• Ability to work with fine materials, producing clean finishes and high‑end detailing.
• Excellent hand‑eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret patterns, production sheets, and technical packs.
• Reliable, punctual, and capable of working under pressure to meet deadlines.

About Pentex:

Fashion Built on Integrity. Designed for the World.

At Pentex, integrity shapes everything we do; from how we treat people to how we make products. With design at our core and ethics in every thread, we deliver fashion solutions that are responsible, resilient, and ready for the future.

From our roots in the 1960s East London to becoming a global design and manufacturing partner, Pentex has grown through one defining value: uncompromising integrity.

We believe in doing what’s right, even when it’s not the easiest route. That means delivering on our promises, prioritising people over profits, and holding ourselves to the highest ethical and operational standards. Every stitch we sew, every partnership we build, and every garment we ship, reflects our commitment to doing business that honours the Pentex ethos.