Linker – Pre Production Manufacturing

Barrie Knitwear; Hawick; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Ongoing learning and professional dev

Company pension scheme

Life assurance & Health plan

Wellbeing programme

Flexible benefits: Cycle to Work & gym

Job summary

Barrie Knitwear in Hawick is seeking a skilled Linker for our Pre-Production Manufacturing team. You will link prototypes, samples and submissions to ensure designs and standards are established before bulk production.

The role focuses on assembling garments, identifying suitable methods, and preventing manufacturing risks while collaborating with colleagues to improve repeatable processes and overall quality.

Qualifications

• Experience operating linking machines with delicate knitwear.
• Strong eye for quality and consistent manufacturing standards.
• Willingness to learn and contribute to new products.
• Proactive approach to achieving targets and sharing improvements.
• Team player attitude and support for colleagues.
• Interest in continuous improvement and better ways of working.

Responsibilities

• Assemble garments for show collections and salesroom needs.
• Link prototypes and submissions to required quality and standard.
• Identify appropriate manufacturing methods.
• Identify risks and quality or conformance challenges.
• Work with colleagues to develop repeatable bulk manufacture methods.
• Contribute ideas to continuous improvement across manufacturing.

Skills

Linking machines

Delicate knitwear handling

Quality standards

Teamwork

Proactive & accountable

Job description

Linker – Pre-Production Manufacturing - Hawick

Competitive Salary | Company Pension | Health & Wellbeing Programme | Professional Development | Career Progression

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for talented and motivated Linkers to join our Pre-Production team.

Our Pre-Production team plays an important role in the development of new knitwear, linking prototypes, samples and submissions that help ensure designs, methods and standards are fully established before moving into bulk manufacture.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who takes pride in their craft, enjoys working with delicate knitwear and wants to play a key role in getting products right from the very start of the manufacturing process.

Who is Barrie Knitwear?

We are a fashion manufacturer that is renowned worldwide for our outstanding ability to combine exceptional technical skills and traditional expertise to create complex couture cashmere garments. We supply to some of the biggest luxury fashion houses in the world. This is an exciting time for us as we continue to expand and transform. The market and landscape are fast-moving and growing which is creating new opportunities.

What will you be doing?

• Assemble garments for show collections and salesroom requirements.
• Link prototypes, samples and submissions to the required quality and standard.
• Identify and communicate appropriate manufacturing methods.
• Identify potential manufacturing risks and quality or conformance challenges.
• Work closely with colleagues to develop effective, repeatable methods for bulk manufacture.
• Contribute ideas and feedback to support continuous improvement across the manufacturing process.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for someone with a growth mindset who is committed to supporting manufacturing success from the very beginning of the process.

You will ideally have:

• Experience and confidence operating linking machines and working with delicate knitwear materials.
• A strong eye for quality and a commitment to consistent manufacturing standards.
• A willingness to learn, develop new skills and contribute to the creation of new products.
• A proactive and accountable approach to achieving targets and delivering high standards.
• A positive team-focused attitude and a willingness to support colleagues.
• An interest in continuous improvement and finding better ways of working.

Whether you are an experienced Linker looking for your next opportunity or someone with the right skills and attitude who is keen to develop further, we would love to hear from you.

What is in it for you?

In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including:

• Competitive salary
• Career progression opportunities
• Ongoing learning and professional development
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance and Health Cash Plan
• Employee wellness programme
• Flexible benefits: including Cycle to Work and discounted gym membership
• 33 days annual leave (including public holidays)
• Flexible working, where operationally possible