Assistant Garment Technologist

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury fashion label is looking for an Assistant Garment Technologist to join its Garment Technology Team in Manchester. This role will support the production process by ensuring the quality and fit of the garments while working closely with designers and manufacturers. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and a readiness to uphold brand standards.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Day off for your birthday

Pension scheme and life insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff discounts

Cycle scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with garment technology processes.
• Ability to communicate specifications clearly.
• Knowledge in maintaining test reports.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proto, fit, and Gold Seals meet specifications.
• Conduct wearer trials and quality compliance assessments.
• Coordinate fit reviews and manage relationships with supply base.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Communication

Attention to Detail

Tools

PLM System

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Garment Technologist

About the Company

ME+EM London is a fast-growing luxury fashion label with stores in London, Edinburgh, and US locations, including Manhattan, SoHo, East Hampton, and Dallas. We are a creative, entrepreneurial team that values hard work, learning, and risk-taking. We foster a supportive and vibrant work environment with social activities and opportunities for growth.

About the Role

We are seeking an Assistant Garment Technologist to support our Garment Technology Team. The role involves administration throughout the production process, working closely with designers, manufacturers, and production teams to ensure products meet quality, fit, and production standards, and that delivery deadlines are met.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proto, fit, and Gold Seals meet specifications and brand standards.
• Support the team with fit comments, specifications, amendments, and size charts, communicating clearly with the supply base.
• Experience with PLM System is advantageous.
• Maintain test reports for fabrics, yarns, interlinings, trims, and artwork at proto stage.
• Ensure bulk tests and garment testing are requested, balancing quality and cost considerations.
• Conduct wearer trials on new fabrics and high-risk styles, taking appropriate actions.
• Visit warehouses and stores regularly to assess quality and compliance, perform AQL inspections, and review quality reports.
• Coordinate and conduct fit reviews each season to ensure consistent fit standards.
• Prioritize workload according to schedules and critical paths.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with head office, stores, warehouse teams, and supply base.
• Maintain department filing and keep workstations organized.

Benefits

• 33 days annual leave (25 days + 8 bank holidays)
• A day off for your birthday
• Pension scheme, life and income protection insurances
• Employee Assistance Programme, staff discounts, cycle scheme, eye care vouchers
• Real Living Wage Employer, social events, and biannual parties
• Enhanced maternity/paternity after 2 years

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion. We encourage applications from minorities, LGBTQ+ candidates, and individuals with disabilities.

Please note, due to the volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.