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Garment Technologist

We have a great opportunity for a Garment Technologist to join our team.  Reporting to the Technical Manager and working closely with the design team on multi-categories, ensuring all products meet our fit and quality standards.  You will be working in a fast-moving environment and need to be self-motivated, organised, flexible and able to prioritise a busy workload.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years’ experience in a similar role.  Knowledge of denim, knitwear and jersey product would be beneficial.

Part time applicants also considered.

Job role

  • Responsible for all aspects of garment quality assurance and fit, from 1st sample to production approval.
  • Lead fit sessions for own product area working in close collaboration with the Design team.
  • Risk assess product, ensuring construction, design and fabrics are fit for purpose.
  • Work with the Design team to develop new product through spec / workbook creation as needed.
  • Work with Sourcing and Design to manage costs whilst maintaining brand handwriting and quality standards.
  • Provide clear and accurate fit comments to suppliers within critical path deadlines.
  • Manage testing and safety standards ensuring all products meet minimum and legal requirements including labelling.
  • Create graded production specs.
  • Maintain critical path documents.
  • Work with Technical Manager to standardise key blocks with the support of design to increase speed and accuracy when fitting and maintain customer loyalty.
  • Analyse and help resolve any quality issues and customer returns.
  • Build strong relationships across the teams and supply base.

Ideal candidate

  • Sound knowledge of garment construction, pattern cutting, fitting, grading and production processes
  • Understanding of testing, analysing test reports and garment care including industry standards and regulations
  • Organised and methodical with excellent attention to detail.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office particularly Excel.
  • Reliable, flexible team player, capable of working under pressure to deadlines.
  • Experience of working with offshore suppliers.
  • Effective problem solving and communication skills.
  • Keen to learn and develop knowledge.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • 60% staff discount
  • Company pension scheme
  • 25 days paid annual leave
  • Hybrid based in Shoreditch Monday - Thursday

Application process

Please submit your resume with a cover letter to fenella@theraggedpriest.com