Sealer / Grader

Sealer / Grader

Position: Sealer / Grader

Location: South East

Salary: £50k - £60k

Job Reference No: T002

Recruiting Consultant: Kasia

Consultant Tel:  0161 511 0655

Email:  kasia@dwrecruitment.co.uk

Details

Sealer / Grader Role Overview

A London-based ladieswear fast fashion supplier is seeking a Sealer / Grader to join their technical team. This role is central to ensuring womenswear garments are technically accurate, correctly sized, and ready for production across a variety of categories. The successful candidate will work closely with design and production teams to deliver collections efficiently while maintaining high standards of fit, quality, and technical integrity.

 

Sealer / Grader Responsibilities

• Finalise patterns to production-ready standards, ensuring all construction, measurements, and technical details are correct.
• Apply grading to patterns across all sizes, preserving fit, proportions, and garment integrity throughout the size range.
• Produce detailed tech packs and specification documents, including size charts, production notes, seam allowances, and garment construction guidance.
• Prepare and maintain Excel-based workbooks to support production accuracy and communicate sizing, grading, and technical information clearly.
• Interpret design and tech pack information, translating it into workable patterns and production-ready garments that meet both design intent and manufacturing feasibility.
• Participate in fit sessions to assess prototypes, recommend adjustments for fit, sizing, and construction, and implement changes as required.
• Incorporate customer or client feedback into final patterns and documentation for approval.
• Conduct quality assurance checks prior to production to ensure all garments meet technical and aesthetic standards and to prevent errors or delays.
• Collaborate with design, production, and technical colleagues to maintain clarity, consistency, and accuracy throughout the development process.
• Manage multiple styles at different stages of development, prioritising workloads and meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

 

Skills & Experience

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator for technical drawings and Microsoft Excel for grading charts, size specifications, and production documentation.
• Proven experience across a wide range of womenswear categories.
• Highly organised, self-motivated, and capable of working independently while meeting tight deadlines.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to identify and resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to collaborate effectively with teams and stakeholders.
• Professional, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks.
• Demonstrates leadership potential and takes ownership of projects.