Cuts, sews, assembles, finishes and presses different types of clothing by hand tools and machines according to customers requirements, production samples, manufacturing specifications and patterns. Interprets work sketches and suggests making-up methods for production.

Operates a lockstitch and special purpose sewing machine for sewing the component parts of garments.

Plans, organises, directs and controls quality control procedures in all stages of production to ensure incoming materials and products comply with required standards and specifications.

Co-ordinates sample production, interprets fashion designers’ sketches and buyers’ requirements; devises sample making standards and recommends the machinery and attachments to be used. Liaises with other departments for patterns, raw materials and accessories for the production of new samples.

Controls quality of incoming materials, work in progress and finished products and prescribes quality standards and specifications and liaises with suppliers on quality requirements. Supervises quality control/inspection personnel for inspecting the quality of products at all stages of processing and maintaining the quality standards and specifications of finished products. Carries out studies on the methods and systems for upgrading quality.

Plans, organises and controls research and development work relating to new technical process, new products and utilisation of different materials to meet the market requirements. Participates in formulating research and product development policies.

Responsible to supervisor or equivalent; conducts laboratory tests. Maintains all testing equipment and tools in good condition and reports for damage, repair and addition. Oversees housekeeping routines in the laboratory.