Obsidian Advisory Africa is a prominent workforce and human capital advisory firm explicitly dedicated to strengthening Africa’s creative and fashion industries. Founded in 2021 by Damilola Ademilokun, the firm operates Nigeria's first fashion-focused job hub, bridging the structural gap between creative talent and professional career opportunities across the continent.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Bag Maker / Tailor
Location: Iyana Ipaja, Lagos
Work Model: Hybrid (4 days on-site, 1 day off)
Role Overview
- The Bag Maker is responsible for bringing each design to life, sewing and assembling finished bags that meet the construction and quality standards of the brand. Working directly from the patterns. samples, and technical instructions provided by the Pattern Maker, the Bag Maker translates flat pieces into structured, durable, well-finished products.
- This is a hands-on, detail-driven role at the heart of production. It requires strong sewing skill across a range of techniques, precision in cutting and assembly, and the consistency to reproduce the same high standard across every unit in a production run. The right person takes pride in clean finishing and understands that quality at the sewing stage is what defines the final product.
Key Responsibilities
- Cut and sew bags accurately from supplied patterns, samples, and technical instructions Assemble structured pieces — panels, gussets, linings, and reinforcement — to a clean, durable
- Attach hardware, zips, straps, and fastenings correctly and securely
- Follow construction sequences and specifications consistently across production runs.
- Maintain neat, even stitching and a high standard of finishing on every unit.
- Flag pattern, material, or construction issues to the Pattern Maker or Production Manager early.
- Meet daily and weekly production targets without compromising quality.
- Keep the workspace, machines, and tools clean and in good working order.
- Support the 450-unit production plan across the 3 core designs.
Requirements
- 2-3 years' experience sewing bags, accessories, or structured products.
- Strong skill on industrial sewing machines (and other relevant machinery).
- Ability to work accurately from patterns, samples, and technical instructions.
- Good understanding of bag construction - structure, reinforcement, and finishing.
- High attention to detail and consistency across repeat units.
- Ability to work to production targets and deadlines.
- Reliable, focused, and able to work well within a production team.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
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