Garment Technologist

Dobson Welch Recruitment Specialists; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Dobson Welch Recruitment Specialists invites aexperienced Womenswear Garment Technologist to join a fast-paced clothing manufacturer in London. You will manage multi-product development across Woven, Denim and Jersey, overseeing fit, pattern cutting, grading and QC with internal teams and offshore partners.

You will collaborate closely with design, production and offshore manufacturing partners, ensuring accurate garment construction and on-time delivery across numerous categories, including

Qualifications

• Significant and recent experience as a Womenswear Garment Technologist in a multi-product environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of fit, construction, fabrics and manufacturing processes.
• Confident pattern-cutting and pattern-amending skills.
• Experience working with offshore factories and managing QC processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage multi-product development across Woven, Denim and Jersey for Ladieswear and Girlswear.
• Lead fit meetings and provide technical guidance to design and production teams.
• Oversee quality control for production orders from development to final product.
• Amend patterns based on fit comments and development feedback.
• Work with offshore factories on pattern cutting and grading using computerised systems.

Skills

Womenswear garment technology

Fit & construction knowledge

Pattern cutting & amendments

Offshore factory experience

Organisation & detail-oriented

Communication skills

Fabric & production processes

Education

None

Tools

Computerised pattern cutting

Pattern grading systems

Job description

Product Areas: Womenswear multi product casualwear

About the Company

A leading, fast-paced clothing manufacturer is seeking an experienced Womenswear Garment Technologist to join their expanding technical team. Working across multi-product categories and a wide range of fabrications, this is a fantastic opportunity for a confident womenswear garment technologist who thrives on responsibility, product variety and collaboration with design, production and offshore manufacturing partners and working with marketing leading retail companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Multi-Product & Technical Development
• Manage and develop multiproduct items across Woven, Denim and Jersey fabrications for Ladieswear and Girlswear.
• Work across an extensive range of product categories including:
• Outerwear, Tops, Sweats, Joggers, Leggings, Woven Bottoms, Dresses, Blouses, Separates, Knitwear, Loungewear, Swimwear, Jackets, Polo Shirts, and T-Shirts.
• Collaborate closely with Designers on new ranges, ensuring accuracy in styling, fit and garment construction.
• Attend and lead fit meetings, providing actionable technical guidance and solutions.
• Help oversee Quality Control for all production orders, ensuring standards are maintained at all stages.
• Amend patterns based on fit comments and development feedback.
• Work with factories on pattern cutting and grading via computerised systems.
• Create and maintain full Technical Sample Packs and Production Workbooks for all new styles.
• Ensure all fabric testing and lab reports are completed and correct care label information is advised.
• Optimise sampling and production systems to improve workflow both in-house and offshore.
• Maintain and monitor the Critical Path, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Work and support offshore QC teams, ensuring AQLs are completed correctly and on time.

About You - A shortlist of must haves

• Significant and recent experience as a Womenswear Garment Technologist with a focus on womenswear in a multi-product environment either working for a high street supplier high street retailer ( pace is key )
• Strong technical knowledge of fit, construction, fabrics and manufacturing processes.
• Confident pattern-cutting and pattern-amending skills.
• Experience working with offshore factories and managing QC processes.
• Highly organised, proactive and detail-focused with strong communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Commutable to London and eligible to work in the UK

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