Garment Technologist

The Company:

A fantastic opportunity for a Garment Tech/QC to join a highly successfully supplier to large multiples, wholesalers and e-traders.

The Role:

• Conducting fit sessions in-house and at retailers sites (when permittable), balancing speed and quality; making commercial decisions with confidence; owning the fitting process and inspiring trust and confidence from colleagues and suppliers
• Working across muti product including jersey, woven, knit, socks, hats, toys and accessories.
• Analysing technical issues accurately and sending clear, concise and accurate comments to suppliers; processing samples in a timely and agile manner
• Liaising with Design, Merchandising teams & suppliers to offer technical guidance on new product development with the aim of reducing costs & improving quality
• Ensuring compliance with fibre composition labelling regulations, product safety & REACH legislation; assessing risk, managing relevant testing; recording & resolving non-compliance effectively and efficiently
• Analysing test reports and inspection reports, resolving any issues in a timely manner
• Promoting quality at all times, whilst maintaining a strong commercial attitude

Skills Required:

• Children/Babywear experience essential
• Minimum of 3-4 years’ experience of a similar role in a fast-paced environment
• Multi-product experience; able to move between product areas with assurance
• Experience of working directly with factories, and thorough understanding of factory production, including work-flow, production control, machinery and equipment
• Pattern-cutting knowledge and practise is very desirable; knowledge of grading and grade rules
• Thorough understanding of garment construction, fabric technology & testing
• First class communication skills with experience of liaising with a range of factories around the world.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team, as the role requires
• Able to meet new challenges with a positive attitude
• Strong time-management skills; able to prioritise tasks & change direction with agility
• Confident using Outlook, Excel & Word and PLM systems keen to expand skill-set as the role demands

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Please be aware the duties listed above are an interpretation of the role and do not form any part of your employment contract. Please ask the interviewer any questions about the role that you wish to clarify.

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