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Mahesh Silva

Mahesh Silva

Summary

With my strong background in pattern making and garment construction, I am confident in my ability to contribute to your team and help drive the success of your company.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Technical Manager (Product Development)

Union Accessories (Pvt) Ltd
09.2019 - Current
  • Developed technical strategies to align with business objectives, driving growth and innovation within the organization.
  • Evaluated reputation risk and regulatory risk.
  • Prepared reports and schedules with accuracy.
  • Prepared status charts for daily management meetings in Excel and PowerPoint.

Patternmaker

Esquel Mauritius Ltd
04.2013 - 04.2019
  • Maintained organized digital archives of all patterns, facilitating easy access and retrieval when needed.
  • Developed efficient methods for duplicating patterns, expediting sample creation and fitting processes.
  • Fit garments on dummies to approve fit and production.
  • Collaborated with designers to complete initial patterns and maintain styling.
  • Computed dimensions of patterns according to sizes.
  • Served as a liaison between design, production, and technical teams to address any discrepancies or concerns regarding patterns or fit issues.
  • Created paper patterns for use in mass production of [Type] designs.
  • Initiated cost-saving measures through careful selection of materials and efficient pattern development techniques.
  • Supported quality control efforts by conducting thorough evaluations of final garments in comparison to original designs.
  • Contributed to timely product launches by consistently meeting deadlines for pattern completion and revisions.
  • Improved communication between departments by providing clear documentation of pattern alterations and updates.
  • Participated and hosted style review meeting and pre production meeting.
  • Was a member lean manufacturing team and Automation production team
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Patternmaker

Smart Shirt Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
01.2013 - 04.2013
  • Created paper patterns for use in mass production of [Type] designs.
  • Streamlined production process by efficiently grading patterns for various sizes.
  • Contributed to timely product launches by consistently meeting deadlines for pattern completion and revisions.
  • Created finished board and Size spec grading chart

Patternmaker

Elphis Lanka (Pvt Ltd
01.2012 - 12.2012
  • Fit garments on live models to approve fit and production.
  • Wrote all specifications and sewing instructions.
  • Created digital patterns for fabric and apparel products and developed prototypes for production.
  • Used scissors and knives to position and cut out master or sample patterns.
  • Constructed sample garments for fittings and pattern adjustments.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.

Education

Certificate of Pattern Cutting And Grading - Textile And Apparel

Sri Lanka Institute of Textiles And Apparels
Sri Lanka

Certificate of Graphic Design - Graphic Design

3D Mind Graphics School
Sri Lanka
2010

Skills

  • Employee Development
  • Software integration
  • Equipment Calibration (Plotter)
  • Project Management
  • Quality Assurance
  • Team Leadership
  • Attention to Detail

Sports

I was member of Dragon boat team Esquel Mauritius ltd

I was in the squad of Mauritius National Cricket team

Languages

Sinhala
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Kreol
Upper intermediate
B2

Timeline

Technical Manager (Product Development)

Union Accessories (Pvt) Ltd
09.2019 - Current

Patternmaker

Esquel Mauritius Ltd
04.2013 - 04.2019

Patternmaker

Smart Shirt Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
01.2013 - 04.2013

Patternmaker

Elphis Lanka (Pvt Ltd
01.2012 - 12.2012

Certificate of Pattern Cutting And Grading - Textile And Apparel

Sri Lanka Institute of Textiles And Apparels

Certificate of Graphic Design - Graphic Design

3D Mind Graphics School
Mahesh Silva