Milano are looking to hire an experienced Pattern cutter.

Milano is a manufacturer, retailer & supplier of specialist sports apparel.

Job Description

We are seeking a Garment tech with skills in design and pattern grading to join our team in Preston, Lancashire. You will pay a key part in the growth of our design ranges. The ideal candidate will be technically skilled in pattern grading. You will have worked with paper patterns, as well as CAD patterns and will be highly knowledgeable in pattern creation and grading. You will combine your technical skills with your design knowledge to ensure the business continues to push the boundaries and excel within the gymnastics world. You will work with the design manager and team and will also collaborate with the on-site factory manager and production team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Grading of patterns/ creating and adapting blocks
  • Working from customer drawings to create patterns ready for production
  • Converting patterns from old CAD system to new, whilst ensuring grading remains
    consistent
  • Reworking historical patterns
  • Occasional customer fit sessions
  • Advising customers on garment sizing
  • Assisting the design team where necessary with the creation of customer drawings
  • Assisting the design team where necessary with the creation of diamante/spangle
    designs and grading to size (training will be given)
  • Working at fast pace to identify future trends and materials
  • Working closely with the factory and factory manager to ensure design samples
    show creativity whilst retaining a commercial mindset
  • Collaborate with other departments within the business to ensure its smooth running
  • Ensuring designs are fit for function
  • Documenting products using detailed specifications.
  • Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Educated to degree level within a design discipline
  • 3+ years proven experience within a similar role
  • Garment construction knowledge including fit and function
  • CAD pattern software skills
  • Proficient in Adobe creative suit, specifically Illustrator/Photoshop skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Strong organisational skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment juggling multiple projects simultaneously
  • Be adaptive to changing priorities
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
  • Creative thinker
  • Calm under pressure
  • Self-motivated

Bonus Skills

  • Vetigraph experience
  • Assyst experience
  • Experience of dealing with customers. Both UK and Worldwide where English isn’t
    always first language
  • Experience of working with stretch fabrics
  • Fabric testing knowledge
  • Fabric sourcing experience
  • Costing experience
  • There will be a requirement for occasional travel to other businesses within the UK
    for meetings during working hours and an occasional need to attend
    competitions/events outside of set hours with time in lieu given.

Company Benefits

  • An inclusive and supportive work culture that values creativity and innovation.
  • Working closely with British Gymnastics
  • On site parking

Salary: Depending on experience.

To apply send your CV and Portfolio to: helen@friedmans.co.uk