Lab Assistant – SOAD (Tailor)

Job Title : Lab Assistant – SOAD (Tailor)

Role:

We are seeking a technically skilled Lab Assistant to support the Garment Construction Lab in our Fashion Design Department. The ideal candidate will assist students in maintaining lab equipment, managing inventories, and ensuring a safe, clean, and productive environment for practical learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the setup and demonstration of sewing machines, cutting tables, dress forms, and other garment construction tools.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and service lab equipment (e.g., sewing machines, irons, overlock, industrial machines).
• Ensure lab materials (threads, needles, fabrics, patterns, tools) are organized and inventoried.
• Support students during practical work.
• Enforce lab safety and cleanliness standards.
• Keep records of student attendance, lab usage, and equipment logs.
• Coordinate with vendors for repair and supply needs when required.

Required Qualifications:

• Diploma / certificate in Cutting Tailoring/ Dress Designing/ Fashion Design/ Garment Construction or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a fashion or tailoring lab/studio environment.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining various types of sewing and garment machinery.
• Knowledge of garment construction processes, fabrics, patterns, and stitching techniques.
• Ability to handle minor repairs and equipment maintenance.

Preferred Skills:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and work collaboratively with faculty and students.
• Experience in academic or institutional settings is a plus.