Garment Technologist

Job Description

Location: St Albans

Salary: Full Time/ Part Time

Hours: Full Time

Job Details:
An integral part of the Buying Team; the Garment Technologist will support the Pattern Technologist, advise on technical and sustainable suitability of fabric, construction and fit, from spec creation through development to production.

Key Responsibilities:
To work across a range of school uniform products – blazers, dresses, blouses, shirts, sportswear, trousers, socks, bags, etc.
• Tech Packs & Patterns
o Create Technical Packs for factories consisting of detailed photos, measurement charts & instructions to aid factories.
o Work closely with Pattern Cutter/Grader on creation of new base patterns and provide detailed size charts for grading.
o Fit review and approval of samples following pattern creation.
• Sampling
o Support buyer with initial sampling for new suppliers/products.
o Assist buyer with technical queries relating to sample requests.
o Work with buyer to fit samples/size sets once received from the factory/supplier & submit comments/approval to the factory on time to maintain critical path/T&A.
o Ensure detailed fit logs are maintained with all comments documented & shared with buyer.
• Fabric
o Review of fabric specifications & ensure testing is completed/up to date for all fabrics.
o Assist buyer with suggesting/sourcing fabrics.
• Risk assessment/QA
o Ensure all garments meet safety/global legislations including all fabrics & trims.
o Ensure QA reports are received from factories prior to shipping.
• Labelling and swing tags
o Work with buyer to ensure factories are using correct labelling and swing tags on all products.
• Test reports & factory audits
o Ensure all factories are compliance audited and keep all documentation up to date.
• Keep up to date on sustainability issues within industry and be aware of relevant legislation and company requirements.

General
• Be an effective communicator and pass on essential information to management & other areas of the business.
• Be able to provide information to Senior Management (CEO) quickly & concisely when required.
• Be a key supportive member within a growing team & business.
• Be willing to learn & adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• To complete any other reasonable tasks as required by the management team.

How to apply

Name: Katy Moon

Email: [email protected]