Sample / Couture & Bespoke Bridal Machinist & Fitter

Create Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sample Machinist & Fitter to join their dynamic team in West London. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work on exquisite bridal and couture garments, ensuring the highest quality standards while collaborating with talented garment technologists and in-house machinists. You will be integral in creating sample garments across various product categories, managing in-store fittings, and maintaining the pristine condition of all items. If you have a passion for luxury fashion and a keen eye for detail, this role provides a fantastic platform to showcase your skills in a supportive and creative environment.

Qualifications

• Experienced sample machinist with excellent sewing skills.
• Extensive knowledge of garment construction and luxury fabrics.

Responsibilities

• Produce first samples with high finishing techniques.
• Work closely with pattern cutters to maintain standards.
• Perform quality control and inspect garments before delivery.

Skills

Sewing skills

Garment construction knowledge

Luxury fabric handling

Lace applique knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Team player

Education

Experience in luxury womenswear

7-10 years in bridal wear or couture

Job description

Sample / Couture & Bespoke Bridal Machinist & Fitter

West London
Salary dependent on experience
Permanent full time

Create are looking for a Senior sample machinist & strong fitter, who has strong bridal & couture bespoke skills to support their clients growing team within their Atelier on a full-time basis.

You will work across multiple product categories & seasons throughout the calendar year, creating sample garments, bridal gowns, RTW and special occasion outfits.

You will work closely with garment technologists, our in-house machinists & store consultants, communicating clearly and efficiently, ensuring all garments have the desired finishing & are to the specifications requested.

Ability to work individually & within a team environment is essential.

You will need experience of working within a fast-paced environment, ensuring deadlines are met to deliver high quality garments.

Key areas of responsibility:

1. Produce first samples with high finishing techniques and skills.
2. Work closely with the pattern cutters and workroom manager to maintain sampling standards.
3. Advise the product developer and pattern cutters of potential construction problems.
4. Ensure all products are always made to the highest quality.
5. Alter all types of women’s clothing including Bridal Dresses.
6. Follow quality control guidelines and inspect all garments to verify pristine condition before final delivery to client.
7. Weekly in-store fittings with RTW, VIC, VIP clients.
8. Be highly presentable in-store on fitting days.
9. During fittings, take notes and photos of client alterations required. Be clear & precise in your communication.
10. Liaise with the Head of MTO, MTMB for fitting days, being prepared prior to each fitting.
11. Ensure the alterations room is consistently maintained in a clean, well-organised manner.
12. Press, steam, and spot clean garments/merchandise where necessary.
13. Quality control & inspect all garments to verify pristine condition on shop floor & before final delivery to client.
14. Perform other duties as assigned by Store Management on the days you are in the store.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

1. Experienced sample machinist with excellent sewing skills, who can work a garment from start to finish.
2. Extensive garment construction knowledge.
3. Knowledge of how to handle luxury fabrics, specifically Silk Twill, Double Satin, Silk Satin, Chiffon, Crepe and Lace.
4. Knowledge of lace applique to delegate veiling.
5. Great handle for fabrics when sewing to achieve the utmost highest quality possible.
6. Excellent understanding of fit and garment construction.
7. Accustomed to working to tight deadlines and able to multitask across changing priorities.
8. Flexibility required at peak times to manage workload (During Fashion Weeks, Rush Bridal orders, Oscars, summer circuit events).
9. A team player with great interpersonal skills.
10. Clear and concise communicator with product developers, pattern makers & Head of Atelier.
11. Keep a calm and positive attitude and work hard to fulfil the company’s needs.
12. Extensive experience working in a Luxury Womenswear company that does RTW, Bridal, Made to Order/to Measure and Bespoke.
13. Minimum 7-10 years experience working with bridal wear or couture & high-end luxury womenswear product.

If this role interests you please click “Apply” or alternatively send your CV to [e-mail].