Skilled Sampling Machinist

About Us

We are a world leading manufacturer of protective clothing and accessories for Police, Fire, Medical, Military, Tactical and other emergency services around the world. Founded right here in Scotland, the perfect place to innovate and test outdoor garments for the changeable British weather. And our aim remains the same – to provide quality outdoor clothing packed with innovation and technology.​

Role Purpose

We are seeking a highly skilled and versatile Sampling Machinist to undertake garment customisation, repairs, sampling and product development work.

The successful candidate must be capable of completing complex sewing operations and manufacturing complete garments or component parts to a high standard without close supervision. The role also requires flexibility to operate other equipment and support different production activities according to the workload and priorities of the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake garment customisation and repairs for commercial and public-sector customers.
• Produce samples and support product design and development work.
• Manufacture complete garments and component parts to the required quality and technical specifications.
• Complete complex sewing and garment-construction operations without close supervision.
• Carry out complex garment alterations, modifications and repairs.
• Identify construction or pattern-related problems and recommend practical solutions.
• Inspect completed work and ensure that it meets the required quality standard.
• Work flexibly as part of the wider team, supporting changing departmental priorities and deadlines.
• Operate other machinery and undertake related production duties as required to support departmental workloads and priorities. These may include, but are not limited to: Embroidery, Material preparation, Marking, Pressing, Stamping, Kitting and other general production activities.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised working area and follow all company health and safety and quality procedures.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties consistent with the skills and responsibilities of the position.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Significant experience as a skilled sampling, alteration or production machinist.
• Ability to undertake complex sewing operations without close supervision.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction and industrial sewing techniques.
• Experience in garment customisation, alterations and repairs.
• Ability to manufacture complete garments and component parts.
• Ability to work from patterns, specifications, samples and technical instructions.
• High standards of accuracy, quality and attention to detail.
• Ability to identify problems and develop practical solutions.
• Willingness to operate different machines and undertake varied production duties.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• Experience working with technical clothing, outdoor garments or specialist sewn products.
• Experience with waterproof, coated, laminated or other technical fabrics.
• Experience operating embroidery, marking, pressing or stamping equipment.
• Understanding of seam-sealing or related technical garment processes.

Personal Qualities

• Skilled, practical and quality-focused.
• Reliable and capable of working with limited supervision.
• Flexible and willing to support different areas of the operation.
• Organised and able to manage changing priorities.
• A cooperative team member with a positive, problem-solving approach.

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person