Marker, Maker and Plotter

Recruiter:

Future Careers

Job Ref:

FUT - MMP

Date posted:

Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

Market related

SUMMARY:
A leading clothing manufacturering company is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented CAD Marker Maker / Plotter to join its clothing and apparel manufacturing operations.

POSITION INFO:

The successful candidate will be responsible for creating accurate and efficient production markers, preparing files for cutting and ensuring optimal fabric utilisation while maintaining high levels of accuracy and meeting production deadlines.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience working withLectra CAD systems, strong knowledge of garment construction and pattern pieces, and a sound understanding of marker efficiency, fabric utilisation and production requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities

Create accurate and efficient production markers according to approved patterns, size ratios and production requirements.
Plot and prepare markers for production, ensuring all files are correctly prepared for cutting.
Optimise marker layouts to achieve maximum fabric utilisation and minimise fabric wastage.
Ensure grainlines, fabric direction, placement requirements and cutting instructions are correctly followed.
Accurately interpret patterns, technical specifications and production requirements.
Check markers prior to plotting to ensure all pattern pieces, sizes and quantities are correct.
Liaise closely with Pattern Makers, Graders, Cutting Room Supervisors and Production teams.
Make amendments to markers when patterns, grading or production requirements change.
Ensure all work is completed accurately and within agreed production deadlines.
Assist with resolving marker, plotting and cutting-related technical issues.
Maintain accurate and organised CAD files and production documentation.
Follow Company quality standards, production procedures and operational requirements.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Previous experience as aMarker Maker, Plotter or CAD Marker Makerwithin the clothing/apparel manufacturing industry.
Proven experience usingLectra CAD software, includingDiamino and/or Modaris.
Experience with pattern digitising and grading.
Proven experience creating, plotting and preparing production markers.
Good knowledge and understanding of garment construction and pattern pieces.
Sound understanding of fabric utilisation, fabric widths and fabric consumption.
Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
Ability to identify and resolve technical issues relating to markers, patterns and cutting.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight production deadlines.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a production and technical team.

Key Competencies

Accuracy & Attention to Detail:Produces precise markers and identifies errors before production.
Technical Capability:Demonstrates strong CAD and marker-making knowledge.
Fabric Optimisation:Understands how to maximise fabric utilisation and minimise wastage.
Problem Solving:Able to identify and resolve technical production issues efficiently.
Time Management:Consistently meets production deadlines without compromising accuracy.
Teamwork & Communication:Works effectively with Pattern Making, Grading, Cutting and Production teams.
Adaptability:Able to respond quickly and accurately to pattern, grading and production changes.

Marker, Maker and Plotter

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