JOB DESCRIPTION
Key Responsibilities:
- Create patterns on computer using Lectra and available references, keeping in mind the specific shrinkages on denim as well as specific needs by factory based on automated machinery
- Liaise with Designer on requirements
- Communicate with Sample Room on requirements
- Measure Garments
- Grading
- Attend Fit Sessions with Designer
- Liaise with retail Technologist
- Handle queries from factories
Qualifications and Experience:
- Matric
- A relevant Pattern Making/Grading certication and/or qualification
- Experience with the Lectra Windows system would be advantageous.
- Garment Construction knowledge.
Skills:
- Computerized Patternmaking
- Grading
- Garment Construction Knowledge
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Multi-tasking with the ability to focus and attend to multiple things
- To be able to perform at a high level of accuracy with little supervision
- To be self-motivated, well organized, and able to work under pressure to tight deadlines
- Proven written and verbal communication skills
- Sound decision-making ability
- Has good interpersonal and communication skills
- Has a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Behaviours:
- Readily takes on new challenges and opportunities with a sense of urgency and eagerness
- Establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships
- Effectively works with others to achieve shared goals
- Conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
- Confronts and tackles challenging situations with courage
- Understands, anticipates, and meets the needs and expectations of customers
- Consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions
- Accurately perceives and reflects on personal strengths and areas of development
- Effectively plans, organises and directs the activities of self to achieve desired outcomes
- Sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results
- Takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
- Understands and applies financial concepts and principles to make informed financial decisions
- Embraces an open mind-set which considers global issues, trends and opportunities
- Inspires trust and gains the confidence of others by displaying honesty and integrity
- Openly engages and interacts with others, builds rapport, and establishes positive relationships
- Adapts effectively to situations that are complex, uncertain, or lack guidelines and clear information
- Interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
- Effectively navigates and resolves conflict and disagreements in a constructive and productive manner
- Quickly adapts and acquires new knowledge, skills, and competencies in a rapidly changing environment
- Assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes
- Effectively influences others by gaining support and commitment in the delivery of organisational goals and objectives
- Effectively and creatively uses available resources to overcome challenges, solve problems, and achieve desired outcomes
- Effectively adjusts their behaviour, approach, and decision-making based on the situation
- Leverages new technology to enhance productivity, improve problem solving, and support business growth
- Recognises, respects, and appreciates the diverse values, beliefs, and perspectives of others
Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.
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Source: https://tfglimited.co.za/careers/youth-workplace-opportunities/