Clothing Pattern Digitizer & Marker Specialist

Talented Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Talented Recruitment in Durban is seeking a skilled Clothing Digitizer/Marker Maker to convert patterns into CAD, create efficient markers and grade patterns to size specs. You will liaise with the Pattern Maker, Sample Room and Production teams to ensure pattern accuracy and meet production deadlines.

Proficiency in Lectra or Gerber is required, with 3–5 years’ experience in a clothing manufacturing environment. Attention to detail and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12) is required.
• 3–5 years' experience as a Clothing Digitizer/Marker Maker within a clothing manufacturing environment.
• Proficient with Lectra or Gerber software.
• Strong understanding of garment construction, grading and pattern engineering.

Responsibilities

• Digitise manual patterns into the CAD system accurately.
• Create efficient markers to optimise fabric consumption and minimise wastage.
• Grade patterns according to size specifications.
• Amend and update patterns based on fit comments and production requirements.
• Ensure markers meet fabric width, shrinkage and garment specifications.
• Liaise with Pattern Maker, Sample Room and Production teams to ensure pattern accuracy.
• Conduct marker planning for bulk production orders.
• Verify pattern measurements and construction details before production.
• Maintain organised electronic pattern and marker files.
• Ensure all work complies with company quality standards and production deadlines.
• Assist with resolving pattern and marker-related production issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Under pressure

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Tools

Lectra

Gerber

Job description

Talented Recruitment in Durban is seeking a skilled Clothing Digitizer/Marker Maker to convert patterns into CAD, create efficient markers and grade patterns to size specs. You will liaise with the Pattern Maker, Sample Room and Production teams to ensure pattern accuracy and meet production deadlines.

Proficiency in Lectra or Gerber is required, with 3–5 years’ experience in a clothing manufacturing environment. Attention to detail and teamwork are essential for success.