Junior Garment Technologist - Childrenswear

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Garment Technologist specializing in childrenswear. This exciting role involves supporting the technical team to ensure product quality and feasibility, collaborating with design and buying teams, and managing product testing and compliance. With a focus on delivering high-quality children's garments and accessories, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to drive innovation and sustainability in the fashion industry. Join a dynamic team that values creativity, quality, and collaboration in a flexible working environment.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus optional additional holiday

Bonus day off after 6 months

Automatic pension enrollment after 3 months

Life assurance

Flexible working arrangements

Staff discount up to 50%

Interest-free season ticket loans

Additional discounts

Qualifications

• Degree in textile-related field required.
• Experience in childrenswear and sustainable fabrics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to the sealing process from prototype to production.
• Collaborate with design and buying teams for product development.
• Manage product testing and safety labeling.

Skills

Technical Processes

Product Quality Management

Collaboration with Design Teams

Quality Assurance

Market Research

Education

Degree in Textile-related Qualification

Job description

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Junior Garment Technologist - Childrenswear, London

Client:

QHQ Ltd

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

We are looking for a Junior Technologist, Childrenswear, to support the technical team of a leading brand. The successful candidate will deliver efficient technical processes and drive product quality across children’s garments and accessories. You will collaborate with buying and design teams to ensure products are technically feasible and align with pricing structures. Additionally, you will provide ongoing technical input across all teams daily.

This is ideally a full-time role, but part-time considerations may be made depending on experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring adherence to the sealing process from prototype to production, including critical path management.
• Working with design and buying teams during product development to achieve first-time-right samples.
• Managing product testing, safety labelling, and sustainable credentials.
• Applying a Quality Assurance approach across all tasks.
• Reviewing and ensuring product compliance at the category level.
• Assessing technical capabilities of suppliers through product evaluation and visits.
• Raising issues with line managers and developing solutions.
• Supporting risk assessments for safe and legal products.
• Collaborating with suppliers to optimize production methods for quality and cost-efficiency.
• Understanding size requirements and ensuring consistency across products.
• Driving product fit, construction, and performance to meet customer expectations.
• Conducting market research for current and new products and labels.
• Managing issues from the distribution center, working with teams and suppliers to resolve problems promptly and implement CAPs.
• Monitoring offshore production in coordination with offices.

Requirements:

• Degree or equivalent in textile-related qualification.
• Experience in childrenswear and/or accessories, with an understanding of commercial trading requirements.
• Experience with sustainable fabrics and certifications.
• Passion for the brand and commitment to delivering quality products.

Benefits:

• 23 days holiday plus optional additional holiday via salary sacrifice.
• Bonus day off after 6 months.
• Automatic pension enrollment after 3 months.
• Life assurance (with pension scheme participation).
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Staff discount up to 50%.
• Interest-free season ticket loans.
• Additional discounts (shopping centres, etc.).