Garment Technologist (TGN5524) – Excellent Salary DOE

Location: Manchester

Type: Permanent

Industry: Ladieswear

Job Ref: TGN5524

THE COMPANY

We have an exciting opportunity for a Garment Technologist to join a fast fashion Ladieswear supplier. The company create fashion ranges for high‑street & online retailers. The ideal candidate will have 2 years’ + experience working in a similar role, have excellent communication skills, be self‑motivated and be able to work well on their own and as part of a team.

BENEFITS

• Flexi‑working hours.
• 25 days holiday
• On‑site parking.
• Opportunity to progress.

THE ROLE

• Working with designers/account managers creating first size spec for sampling and costing.
• Work closely with the Merchandiser to ensure critical path dates are reached and updated on a daily basis.
• Attending handovers and highlighting at handover any foreseeable issues.
• Liaising with customers and overseas factories.
• Responsible for attending fit meetings – relaying issues / comments to the overseas factories.
• Produce clear and detailed technical specifications.
• Ensure that all fit samples and production run smoothly.
• Measuring development, fit samples, pre‑production samples and production samples ensuring these are to the required quality and measurement.
• Ensure all technical information is kept up to date with customer requirements and manuals and communicated to factories.
• Have the ability to read and advice on test reports to the customers’ requirements.
• Have an understanding on care labels based on the fabric.
• Checking 3rd party inspections ensuring these are to the customers’ requirements.
• Carry out checks for bulk stock, compare with approved production sample/spec for own brand.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Have a minimum of 2 + years’ experience in a similar role.
• Have a degree in Fashion Technology or experience working within the supply chain.
• Understanding of garment construction.
• Highly organised & attentive to detail.
• Strong Excel skills.
• An understanding of pattern cutting /grading is desirable.
• Knowledge of sustainability is preferred but not essential.
• Ability to work under pressure and to key deadlines.
• Able to work on one’s own initiative along with being a team player.

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