Garment Technologist

Opportunity to join the tech team of�a�Birmingham based menswear brand as a Garment Technologist.

Garment Technologist primary responsibilities:�

• Independently able to check samples against tech pack, measure samples and confidently communicate comments back to the factory


• Offering advice on fabrics and trims for suitability of garments and design


• Advising on and approving care labels


• Responding to product related queries, both internally and from customers


• Ensuring production follows the critical path


• Overseeing fabric testing and fittings of samples


• Making sure internal systems are up to date


• Building & maintaing relationships with suppliers.�

Garment Technologist required skills:�

• Strong understanding of manufacturing, textiles, garment construction, seam construction, pattern cutting and garment cycle process


• Technical knowledge of fabrics/trims and threads, gained preferably within a fast paced commercial or supplier environment


• Ability to convey technical information to factories in a clear concise way


• Competent in use of MS Office programs such as Excel & Word


• Exceptional eye for technical detail to ensure quality standards are upheld


• The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience across woven & jersey, preferably in menswear


• Strong grasp of spoken & written English with excellent communication skills


• Ability to convey technical information clearly in layman's terms


• Ability to work independently


• Flexible approach to be able to adjust to changing needs of the business


• Highly organised with good prioritisation skills


• Ability to work to tight deadlines


• Keen interest in Fashio n / Men's Fashion & Textiles

If you are a Garment Technologist�with experience in Menswear and you're looking for the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

This position is managed by our recruitment partners - [hire]. Please apply today and a member of the team will be in touch with you to discuss next steps.