Trainee Product Technologist – Quality & Innovation

Matalan; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20% staff discount

Thrive Recognition Scheme

Wellbeing support provided by Retailer

Life Assurance

Retail Rewards platform discounts

Pension Scheme

Career development

Additional benefits may apply

Job summary

Matalan is seeking a Trainee Product Technologist to support the development of products aligned with our Quality Assurance Standards. You will work with technologists, buying and design teams, and suppliers to ensure products meet customer expectations.

You will apply technical expertise to deliver compliant products, learn sealing and testing procedures, and help identify risks early. Regular store visits and digital QA system usage will be part of the role.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship or degree in Fashion, Garment Construction & Quality or equivalent.
• Excellent communication skills for varied audiences.
• Willingness to develop and learn across product categories.

Responsibilities

• Apply technical expertise to support delivery of compliant products to Matalan quality standards.
• Build capability in product sealing and testing to approve test reports in a commercial environment.
• Identify and flag potential fit or quality risks early.
• Investigate quality issues from sealing or production and define root causes and corrective actions.
• Develop understanding of quality standards across retail markets to ensure fit-for-purpose products.
• Adopt digital quality systems to support efficient ways of working.
• Conduct regular store visits to validate delivered products meet quality expectations.
• Build awareness of competitor quality benchmarks to drive improvements.
• Participate in technical training to broaden product knowledge across categories.

Skills

Strong communicator

Quality mindset

Attention to detail

Education

Apprenticeship or degree in Fashion/Garment Quality

Job description

Matalan is seeking a Trainee Product Technologist to support the development of products aligned with our Quality Assurance Standards. You will work with technologists, buying and design teams, and suppliers to ensure products meet customer expectations.

You will apply technical expertise to deliver compliant products, learn sealing and testing procedures, and help identify risks early. Regular store visits and digital QA system usage will be part of the role.