All about the profession of a technologist in sewing production

The question of choosing a future profession at one time or another is facing every person. Its solution must be approached as responsibly and seriously as possible, it is recommended to consider a number of various factors. Today in our article we will analyze the features and distinguishing features of such a specialty as a sewing production technologist.

First of all, it must be said that A sewing production technologist is a person who occupies a leadership position in a sewing workshop for a wide variety of products (e.g. clothing, home textiles, etc.). This profession is considered quite in demand on the labor market, respectively, at the moment you can find a large number of open vacancies for the position of master technologist.

This profession is quite contradictory in nature, however, it is customary to classify it as workers. This is due to the fact that in the course of fulfilling his duties, the employee for the most part uses his practical skills and abilities (although the intellectual component of his career is preserved to a certain extent).

The professional duties of a sewing technologist are regulated job description. A potential employer should familiarize you with this document in the process of employment (for example, during a personal interview). When studying the job description, you should be as careful as possible, you must make sure that you are able to perform all the tasks that the employer assigns to you.Remember that for failure or improper performance of your professional functions, you may be subject to responsibility and lose their position.

The standard tasks of a specialist in sewing production include:

• creation of copyright models of garments;
• development of appropriate sewing drawings;
• maintaining professional documentation;
• writing reports at the request of management;
• making calculations of the costs necessary to create a developed product;
• briefing in relation to downstream employees;
• the implementation of its work strictly in accordance with technological standards and norms;
• the use of international best practices in their daily work activities;
• writing technical specifications;
• training new workers in the workshop;
• Doing your work strictly in accordance with schedules and plans, etc.

Generally speaking, the job description is a standardized document. However, the employer, if desired, can make various additions and adjustments to it.

In order for a specialist to be able to carry out his work tasks as efficiently and competently as possible, he must possess appropriate practical and theoretical training. Mandatory competencies (knowledge and skills) of a sewing production technologist include:

• knowledge of the legislative framework that governs the activities of a specialist (laws, regulations, decrees);
• ability to put into practice the technology of sewing production;
• knowledge of the Labor Code of the Russian Federation, understanding of their rights and obligations;
• knowledge of safety rules and labor protection;
• the ability to determine the type and distinctive characteristics of materials and fabrics;
• knowledge of all existing types of garments;
• ability to work in specialized computer programs;
• the ability to perform sketches, drawings, create stencils and patterns.

At the same time, it is believed that for the full performance of their work functions, a specialist must possess not only the necessary professional qualities, but also certain personality characteristics. Among them are usually distinguished:

• leadership skills;
• creative and innovative thinking;
• ability to perform routine work;
• attention to detail;
• accuracy.

Before applying for a position as a sewing technologist, you need to go through the appropriate training. Depending on the requirements of different employers, as well as your professional and career ambitions, you can do to a higher institution (university, institute, academy) or a secondary specialized educational institution (for example, a college or technical school). Accordingly, you can leave school after the 9th or 11th grade.

In the process of getting an education you must pay close attention to obtaining the necessary professional skills, since your professional success largely depends on these qualities. However, do not forget about theoretical training - try to get the highest possible marks, as many employers in the process of employment may require you to extract a diploma.

Moreover, if you plan to develop as a professional and move up the career ladder, you should not limit yourself to basic education. Even in the process of carrying out his professional activities constantly attend a variety of educational events: master classes, conferences, lectures, seminars.

After graduation, a young specialist begins to look for work.At the same time, it is recommended to apply for starting positions without strict requirements. After you have worked at the initial level for several years and gained the necessary professional experience, you can count on promotion.

Most often, specialists working in the field of sewing production work at such enterprises:

• factories for the production of clothing and other garments;
• studio;
• clothing repair shops;
• fashion houses;
• organizations for the standardization of products manufactured by garment factories;
• shops of evening and wedding dresses.