Industrial Sewing Machinist

About Us

Founded in 1910 by Harold Budd in London's Piccadilly Arcade, Budd Shirtmakers is one of Britain's most loved and celebrated Shirtmakers. For over a century, we have remained devoted to exceptional craft and elegant style, from our hand-cut bespoke, made to measure and ready to wear shirts and iconic Budd stripe to our formalwear, accessories and nightwear, catering to those who appreciate classic style, quality and craftsmanship.

Freelance Machinist

Responsibilities:

• Operate industrial sewing machines to construct high-quality luxury bespoke, Made-to-measure and ready to wear shirts and nightwear to Budd Shirtmakers' exceptional standards.

• Construct shirt components, including collars, cuffs, and plackets, with advanced sewing skills and outstanding precision

• When required, finish and press garments to the highest standards, ensuring every piece meets our exacting quality requirements.

• Work accurately to patterns and technical specifications, maintaining consistency across all garments.

• Inspect fabric for defects or imperfections before cutting and construction.

• Collaborate with other team members to ensure an efficient and harmonious workflow.

• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organised work area.

Requirements:

• Advanced, demonstrable sewing skills with a proven track record of producing exceptional quality garments at a luxury level.

• Previous experience as a machinist in a high-end garment or shirtmaking environment is essential. Transferrable skills from those used to working with silk or fine fabrics or another area where precise machine sewing skills were used will be considered, as training will be provided.

• Proficient in using industrial sewing machines and related tools.

• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work to the highest levels of precision.

• Ability to read and interpret patterns, measurements, and technical specifications advantageous.

• Excellent organisational skills to manage workflow and keep track of materials.

Expected hours: 39.0 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Free parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Andover SP10 5AS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• sewing/machinist : 2 years (preferred)
• sewing machine/tailoring : 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person