Garment Technologist

GARMENT TECHNOLOGIST – Maternity Cover, 12 Month Fixed Contract

* Please note that we can only accept applications if you have the right to work in the UK - we are unable to provide sponsorship.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Supporting the product development team in the creation and progress of all Alsico products. Creating and organising garment specifications and samples to meet critical path and customer deadlines. Ensuring that garment specifications are generated correctly and accurately to ultimately improve sample accuracy and specification queries.  You will provide essential administrative support, manage data, and facilitate communication between internal teams and external suppliers.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

The Garment Technologist is responsible for the following areas:

• Product Development
  • Working with and visiting overseas factories to review new product development during development and manufacture in conjunction with Quality team.
  • Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation related to product development and garment technology.
  • Update and manage project critical paths and internal stakeholders
  • Ensure compliance with company procedures and industry regulations.
  • Working with the certification team to ensure products are certified to the required standards

• Sample Development
  • Creating and sending technical packs to relevant factories for all new or resourcing styles
  • Support in requesting sampling/trims for all product groups utilising full supply base resources
  • Organise and attend fit sessions for all new product development
  • Approval and quality validation of Bronze, Silver, Gold samples and Bulk production
  • Collaborate with design and production team to ensure technical accuracy and resolve any issues related to construction or fit.
  • Ensuring garments are fit for purpose, meeting quality standards, and manufacturing requirements.
  • Ensuring that all garments are compliant with relevant regulations, standards, and sustainability practices.
  • Assist with communicating any technical issues or potential improvements with suppliers and manufacturers
  • Creation of trim packs for Non-Alsico factory products

• Specification Development
  • Efficient build of all product specifications for non Alsico factories including diagrams, BOM’s, Size charts and emblem artworks
  • Producing technical drawings for garment specifications using Adobe Illustrator
  • Resolving queries and amending relevant specifications of existing product with clear communication processes
  • Improving the consistency of specifications and terminology

KEY PERFORMANCE MEASURES

• Achievement of all assigned critical path dates on time and in full
• Improving sample turnarounds
• Accuracy of specifications and samples

REPORTING LINES

The position reports directly to the Design Manager with guidance from Senior Garment Technologist.

WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO HAVE

• Relevant qualifications and degree preferred
• Experience within a garment technology or product development role, or related field beneficial (2+ years)
• Knowledge of garment construction and manufacturing methods
• Knowledge of PPE standards desirable but not essential
• Enthusiasm and proactive attitude towards learning and development
• A keen eye for detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literate and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook and Intermediate Adobe skills including Illustrator and Photoshop
• Critical path experience beneficial
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to tight deadlines
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Ability to travel independently within the UK and overseas