Cloth Cutter
December 3, 2024 - December 3, 2024
Find out the typical duties requirements and opportunities of a cloth cutter..
Clothing marker/cutters may do some or all of the following:
- mark the size, sewing information and codes on the fabric or worksheet
- work out how much fabric is needed
- arrange pattern pieces on fabric
- mark pattern outlines onto fabric
- cut fabric by hand, with electric hand-held cutting machines or by using computer-controlled equipment
- bundle pieces of fabric together and store them in order of size and colour.
- knowledge of fabric types and garment construction
- knowledge of pattern-sewing codes and symbols
- knowledge of different cutting equipment and methods
- computer skills, including the ability to use computer-aided design (CAD) software.
The work of clothing marker/cutters may be two separate jobs, especially in larger clothing factories, where the marking is often done on a computer. Alternatively, cutting may be a minor part of the job if the company is small.
Skills and knowledge
Clothing marker/cutters need to have:
- knowledge of fabric types and garment construction
- knowledge of pattern-sewing codes and symbols
- knowledge of different cutting equipment and methods
- computer skills, including the ability to use computer-aided design (CAD) software.
