My client- a growing WW brand, who are create gorgeous products for all body shapes and sizes!
They are seeking a forward-thinking and innovative Senior Garment Technologist to join their dynamic team in East London.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives on pushing boundaries and thinking outside the box.
You will be knowledgeable in grade fitting, and confident in accurately amending graded specs based on fitting data, with a passion for fit and sizing. You will be at the forefront of innovation, redefining technical specifications and setting new industry standards.
Your expertise will ensure our garments not only meet the highest quality standards but also lead in fit, comfort, and performance for their avid customer following.
The role will allow you to be working multiproduct, but with particular focus on Wovens- Tailoring/ Denim.
Senior Garment Technologist- The Role:
- Drive fit session across multiple sizes, with a focus on pushing the boundaries of garment comfort and functionality. Focused on garment fit and fabric/trim functionality.
- Accurately dictate/record fit comments, annotate fit photos for clarity and ensure seamless communication with suppliers. All fit comments are to be processed on PLM system.
- Amending graded specs across the brands size range to ensure all sizes are the perfect fit for their customers.
- Measuring and quality-checking products where necessary prior to fittings.
- Reviewing and approving pattern graded nests before approving to production.
- Approval of AQL reports with supply base. Carrying out ad hoc quality checks with any stock if complaints arise/when necessary.
- Working on approval of shipment samples for your product categories, ensuring to maintain agreed fit and quality level against sealed Pre-Production samples.
- Creating initial specifications for new products. Working alongside PD team to ensure correct fabric and trims are selected for desired specifications.
- Carrying out model measuring at the start of each fit session to ensure your fit comments are in line with sizing expectations.
- Confidently reading lab test reports and problem-solving issues as they arise. Approving test reports prior to bulk cutting and care labels.
- Support in the creation and maintenance of internal processes and documents including manuals, grading and process documents.
- Liaising with the Product Development team to ensure technical critical path is running on time.
- Clear communication with the supplier base via email and VC.
- Keeping the critical path up to date with technical milestones.
Senior Garment Technologist- The Person:
- Previous experience using PLM/ or similar system
- Highly organised with great attention to detail.
- A working knowledge of grade fitting, and amending graded specs based on fitting data, in accordance with the brands ways of working.
- The ability to think outside the box and find solutions to problems/ identify opportunities for improvement or innovation.
- Understanding of garments, patterns, construction of fabrics, seaming and trims.
- Fabric knowledge, and experience working with different fabrications- sustainable fabrics and fibres would be of a high advantage.
- Experience in reading test reports and certificates. Approving care label artworks in line with standards.
- Great communication skills.
- Proactive attitude and ability to work in a fast-paced, flexible environment.
- A working knowledge of international compliance and standards
- Experience in measuring models including Plus size.
- Experience in carrying out AQL and quality checks and reviewing AQL reports.
In return, this is what is on offer
👏 Monday & Friday WFH
🩺 Private Medical via AXA Health
🏖️ 33 days Annual Leave
💰 Private Pension Scheme via Smart Pension
🧑⚕️ Free App giving you 24/7 access to GP Consultations
🧘 Free access to Wellness App Plumm
🛍️ 50% Staff Discount
This is a great opportunity that does not want to be missed. Please send your CV to m.coote@peoplemarketing.co.uk.
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We regret that due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our vacancies, if you do not hear from one of our consultants within 5 days then unfortunately you have not been shortlisted for this role.