Garment Technologist

SCOPEThe Garment Technologist is responsible for working closely with the Development team, end buyers, and the sample room from the tech pack stage through to production. You will oversee all aspects of pattern making, from development until bulk patterns are handed over to the production plant. It is your responsibility to ensure the timely delivery of samples in the correct quality and to follow up on sample approvals. Additionally, you must ensure that accurate consumption orders for trims are provided and that approved patterns are passed to the marker maker for fabric consumption.RESPONSIBILITIESCreate patterns and grading according to the customer’s specification and grading ruleFollow a smooth pattern making process from development to bulk approved stage and hand over the final pattern to the production plantWork closely with the Development teams to ensure that the style is developed in feasible production-able methodsWork with Technicians, Garment Technologists and Industrial Engineers to establish improved quality and technical standards for the development and production of new styles within the manufacturing facilitiesCommunicate with relevant internal departments to deliver a comprehensive service, to both factory and the end customerQualificationsPossess sound technical knowledge with a Textile Degree/Diploma from a recognized instituteA minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar capacity with a sound understanding of pattern making, grading and knowledge of sewingExperience in pattern making and grading in a similar product category, such as active wear or performance wear, along with extensive knowledge of bonding technology, would be an added advantage