Marker Maker - Clothing

SUMMARY:
Durban North. An opportunity exists for a Marker Maker with 1-3 years’ experience in a clothing manufacturing cutting room environment to join an established company. The ideal candidate will have experience working with various fabric types and a solid understanding of garment construction and cutting room processes.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

• Create accurate markers using CAD (Lectra) or manual methods based on approved patterns and size ratios
• Optimise marker layouts to maximise fabric utilisation while maintaining quality standards
• Prepare markers for different fabric types, widths, prints, stripes, naps, and stretch directions
• Ensure markers comply with grainlines, placement rules, and cutting instructions
• Work closely with Pattern Makers, Graders, and Cutting Room teams to support production
• Maintain accurate marker documentation, version control, and organised files
• Ensure markers meet quality standards and are updated when patterns or grading change

• Matric
• 1-3 years’ experience in a clothing manufacturing cutting room
• Experience with woven, knit, stretch, printed and striped fabrics
• Proficiency in Lectra marker-making systems (manual experience also considered)
• Strong understanding of garment construction and cutting room operations
• High attention to detail, good numerical and spatial skills, and ability to meet deadlines