Fabric Technologist - part time role

QHQ; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading supplier is seeking a part-time Fabric Technologist in London to join their product development and technical teams. This role involves advising on fabric standards, sustainability, and ensuring compliance while working 12 to 16 hours a week in a hybrid setting. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth fabric production knowledge and the ability to manage technical standards and compliance efficiently.

Qualifications

• In-depth woven and knitted fabric production knowledge.
• Experience with M&S, Next, SGS/Interlink systems is desirable.
• Confident in communication and remote working.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to internal teams and customers.
• Ensure fabric meets quality and performance standards.
• Manage compliance with sustainability and chemical regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Implementation of fabric management systems

Knowledge of sustainable fabric standards

Knowledge of REACH regulations

Job description

Fabric Technologist - part time role, London

Client:

QHQ

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

5c1eb1f111ba

Job Views:

5

Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

We are recruiting a Fabric Technologist to work alongside the product development and technical teams of a leading supplier advising on fabric standards and procedures, sustainability, compliance, and care labelling.

12 to 16 hours per week, hybrid role.

Responsibilities

• Providing fabric technical support to internal team and customers

• Ensure fabric is quality managed to meet performance standards and market regulations whilst maintaining critical path dates

• Proactively troubleshoot possible production issues regarding fabric characteristics, technical construction, lead times, colours, and provide solutions or recommendations to mitigate risk in bulk production

• Manage test reports, implementing corrective action or solutions where fabric performance falls below expected standard

• Approve wash care and fibre compositions

• Manage bulk fabric and colour continuity

• Maintain database of fabric suppliers, keeping certificates and actioning audits

• Manage REACH and chemical compliance

• Manage BCI cotton platform and other sustainable fabric verification process (including GRS)

• Ensure customer raw materials policies are followed

• Awareness of new fabric developments and innovations that may benefit the business or customers

Candidate Requirements:

• In depth woven and knitted fabric production and testing process knowledge

• Confident in implementing robust and efficient fabric management systems

• Understanding of sustainable fabric standards (Textile Exchange, BCI etc) and verification process (scope certificates,

• Informed on REACH regulations and other relevant global substances legislation

• Attention to detail, efficient and able to work calmly under pressure

• Previous experience working with M&S, Next, SGS/Interlink systems is desirable

• Able to work alone remotely and communicate with colleagues and clients confidently

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Created on 02/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom