Sewing Machinist

**Costumes With Character Ltd**

**Position available**:
**- Sewing Machinist/ cutter**

Full time position - 40 hours per week

Short term contract, minimum 3 months

Starting rate £11.50 - dependant on experience.

Location - in-house, Stockport SK4 3EB

Costumes with Character is one of the world’s leading Mascot and Costume Character Manufacturers, creating bespoke characters for a wide variety of clients from all sectors including leisure, entertainment, sports, education, corporate, charities and many more across the globe.

**The Sewing Machinists duties will include**:

- Constructing costume components using industrial machines and overlockers and using hand finishing techniques.
- Working with a variety of fabrics, faux furs, Lycra and foams.
- Working closely with the creative team to achieve a quality product.
- Following existing technical specifications and documenting construction methods for other makers to follow.
- Working to agreed timeframes and short deadlines.
- Assisting in the Cutting department when required.
- A good understanding of patterns, garment construction and professional costume construction methods. Pattern making skills would be an advantage. Attention to detail is essential.

**The interview will require a short workshop skills test.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Temporary contract, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm, Freelance
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: From £11.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Machinist: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person