Knit Garment Technologist

JR United Kingdom; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contemporary womenswear brand is seeking a Knitwear Garment Technologist to oversee the development of knit and jersey products. The role involves ensuring the designer's vision is met while maintaining fit and quality standards throughout the production process. Candidates must have over three years of experience and a strong understanding of yarns, knitwear construction, and garment technology software.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in knitwear garment technology.
• Strong knowledge of yarns, gauges, and stitch structures.
• Experience working with offshore factories.

Responsibilities

• Manage fit sessions to ensure consistent garment fit.
• Create and maintain tech packs and size specs.
• Liaise with suppliers and approve samples.

Skills

Garment Construction

Communication

Problem Solving

Tools

Illustrator

PLM

Excel

Job description

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Elite have partnered with a gorgeous contemporary womenswear brand, who are seeking a Knitwear Garment Technologist to join the team.

This role is responsible for the development of all Knit & Jersey product, ensuring that each product conveys the designer’s vision, while meeting all fit and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage fit sessions and ensure consistent garment fit across styles
• Create and maintain tech packs, size specs, and grading
• Liaise with global suppliers on construction, materials, and finishes
• Approve samples and monitor quality from development through to production
• Conduct testing for yarns, shrinkage, and durability
• Support on-time delivery through critical path tracking

Requirements

• 3+ years' experience in knitwear garment technology
• Strong knowledge of yarns, gauges, stitch structures, and knitwear construction
• Experience working with offshore factories
• Proficiency in garment tech software (e.g., Illustrator, PLM, Excel)
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication and problem-solving skills