Knitwear Garment Technologist; TGM– DOE

Location:

Leicester Type:
Permanent Industry: Ladieswear Job  The Company:

An experienced knitwear Garment Technologist is needed to join a busy supplier of fast fashion to various high street retailers.

• Working with ladies Knitwear garments for both own brand and retailers (including New Look).
• Creating patterns.
• Attending fit meetings and making amendments where necessary, recommending any changes that will increase the garment quality and efficiency.
• Checking garment samples ensuring that they measure accurately to the spec and are produced to the required standard.
• Working out size specifications and planning how new garments will be made up by producing graded size charts.
• Ensuring fabric lab tests are carried out and resolving any problems which arise should there be a failed lab test.
• Ensuring garments are ready to meet the required delivery dates on time.
• Taking part in meetings with Buyers.
• Liaising with customers and clients providing high quality customer service and efficiency, representing the company at all times.
• Working alongside the Company Director.

• Minimum of 3- 5 years experience gained within a similar role for a busy fast fashion supplier.
• Strong understanding of garment construction and technical knowledge.
• Experience of ladies wear including knitwear
• Cut and sew knowledge.
• Working knowledge of critical paths.
• A keen eye for trends.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to build positive relationships with customers, factories and team members.
• Confidence to arrange meetings with internal and external customers.
• Team player with good organisational skills.
  
  Fully computer literate.
• Willing to travel if and when needed.