Description

• Instant Tailoring Service is expanding our core fashion business into the specialized field of professional and industrial attire.
• We are committed to providing precision tailoring, alterations, and production services for high-quality medical and clinical wear (scrubs, lab coats, theatre wear), security uniforms, and various industrial garments.
• We are seeking a dedicated and skilled tailor to join our growing team and help us establish a reputation for excellence in this new sector.

The Role

• We are looking for an experienced and meticulous Tailor to manage aspects of fitting, and customising professional workwear, as well as contributing to in-house production runs of specific uniform items.
• This role requires precision, attention to detail, and the ability to work with a range of fabrics and garment types, from standard cotton scrubs to durable industrial materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Production: Support small-to-large scale in-house production runs of standardized uniform components (e.g., specific scrub designs or lab coats), including cutting fabric, assembling garments, and finishing according to company patterns and quality standards.
• Customization & Monogramming: Operate monogramming and embroidery machinery (training provided if necessary, but experience is a plus) for corporate branding and personalization of shirts and uniforms.
• Fittings: Conduct professional and efficient fittings with medical, clinical, and security personnel, accurately taking measurements and pinning garments for alteration.
• Quality Control: Ensure all finished work meets the high standards of durability and professional appearance required for clinical and industrial environments.
• Equipment Maintenance: Maintain a clean and organized workspace and ensure all machinery (sewing machines, overlockers, pressing equipment) is in excellent working order.
• Inventory Management: Assist in managing stock of common tailoring supplies (thread, zips, buttons, interfacing) and fabric inventory for production.
• Client Communication: Provide excellent customer service during fittings, offering expert advice on fit and potential alterations.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience as a professional tailor, seamstress, (minimum [e.g., 3-5] years experience preferred).
• Expert proficiency with industrial sewing machines, overlockers, and other tailoring equipment.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, patterns, and fabric types, particularly durable workwear materials.
• Experience with basic pattern cutting and garment assembly techniques required for production responsibilities.
• Must be based on the mainland part of Lagos.
• Exceptional attention to detail and precision in all work.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional demeanor when interacting with clients.
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a small team.
• Flexibility to adapt to varying workloads and specific client deadlines.

Desired (But Not Required) Qualifications:

• Experience withIndustrial ,manual andcommercial embroiderymachines.
• Previous experience specifically tailoring.

Salary
N60,000 – N100,000 monthly.