Role: Junior Garment Technologist
Location: Manchester
Role Summary: We are seeking an Junior Garment Technologist to join our team based in Manchester, UK The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in garment production, fit, testing, and quality control, and will support the technical design process across designated product categories.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the technical design process, contributing to quality, consistency, and accuracy across assigned product areas.
- Assist in maintaining technical standards for garment construction, fit, and functionality.
- Support KPI tracking and improvement initiatives, including defect rates, first-time pass rates, production efficiency, compliance, and returns.
- Assist with quality control processes, including fabric testing, audits, and adherence to safety standards.
- Partner with manufacturers to support consistent execution of technical requirements throughout production.
- Participate in fit sessions, documenting feedback and helping to identify and resolve potential technical issues.
- Support sampling processes to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with specifications.
- Collaborate with Designers, Buyers, and Suppliers to provide technical input on new product development and construction methods.
- Help analyze returns and quality issues and support implementation of corrective actions.
Requirements:
- Approximately 3 years of experience in a Garment Technology or related role (multi-product experience preferred).
- Strong foundational knowledge of garment construction, fit, quality control, and fabric testing.
- Experience working with manufacturers and/or suppliers.
- Problem-solving mindset with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Excel.